Transport Operations Manager

WR Logistics; Chalvey; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with employer matching

Life cover

Health plan and digital GP

Wellbeing and counselling support

Discounts (retail, travel, cinema)

Earned wage access

Job summary

WR Logistics in Berkshire is seeking an experienced Transport Operations Manager to lead a large-scale delivery operation and drive continuous improvement across Central London routes. You will manage ~100 drivers, develop a high-performing transport team and ensure safe, compliant, cost-efficient delivery of products.

The role requires strong leadership, change management capability and a proactive approach in a fast-paced FMCG logistics environment, with a competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Valid Transport Manager CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) – essential.
• Experience managing ~100 drivers or similar complex delivery operation.
• Experience in foodservice / FMCG logistics preferred.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Proven track record in change management and continuous improvement.
• Excellent knowledge of transport compliance and performance management.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive cost efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large transport operation of ~100 drivers and multiple delivery routes.
• Ensure safe, efficient and compliant deliveries into Central London.
• Lead change management initiatives to improve performance, service levels and efficiency.
• Coach, mentor and develop a high-performing transport team.
• Manage transport KPIs, costs, productivity and delivery performance.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, policies and health & safety standards.
• Collaborate with warehouse, commercial and senior management to optimise end-to-end operation.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and enhance customer satisfaction.

Skills

Transport CPC

Leadership

Change management

Operational planning

Team development

Stakeholder influence

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Valid Transport Manager CPC

Job description

Transport Operations Manager

Location: Berkshire
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum
Industry: FMCG / Foodservice Wholesale & Distribution

Lead, inspire and drive operational excellence

We're delighted to be recruiting for a Transport Operations Manager to join an award-winning, market-leading foodservice wholesaler and distributor based in Berkshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a long-established business with a strong reputation for service, quality and operational excellence. As Transport Operations Manager, you'll play a key role in leading a large-scale delivery operation, driving continuous improvement and developing a high-performing transport team.

With responsibility for approximately 100 drivers and numerous delivery routes serving Central London, this is a high-impact role for an experienced transport professional who thrives in a fast-paced, complex distribution environment.

The Role

You will take ownership of the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring the safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery of products to customers across Central London.

You’ll lead and develop a strong transport team, drive operational improvements and embed a culture of accountability, performance and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a large transport operation of approximately 100 drivers and multiple delivery routes.
• Ensuring safe, efficient and compliant deliveries into Central London.
• Leading change management initiatives to improve operational performance, service levels and efficiency.
• Coaching, mentoring and developing a high-performing transport team.
• Managing transport KPIs, costs, productivity and delivery performance.
• Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, company policies and health and safety standards.
• Working closely with warehouse, commercial and senior management teams to optimise the end-to-end operation.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs and enhance customer satisfaction.

About You

We're looking for an experienced, commercially minded transport professional with a proven track record of leading large-scale operations and delivering sustainable change.

You’ll ideally have:

• A valid Transport Manager CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) - essential.
• Proven experience managing a substantial transport operation, ideally within foodservice, FMCG, wholesale, logistics or distribution.
• Experience managing approximately 100 drivers or a similarly complex delivery operation.
• A strong track record of implementing successful change management initiatives.
• Experience coaching, mentoring and developing teams.
• Excellent knowledge of transport compliance, operational planning and performance management.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to influence stakeholders, challenge existing processes and drive continuous improvement.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

What's on Offer?

You’ll be joining a long-established, market‑leading FMCG business offering genuine career development, a supportive culture and a strong benefits package, including:

• Salary of up to £60,000 per annum.
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more.
• Pension with employer matching.
• Life cover.
• Family health plan and digital GP.
• Confidential wellbeing and counselling support.
• Retail, travel, cinema and lifestyle discounts.
• Earned wage access of up to 20% of your pay before payday.
• Option to purchase dental and critical illness cover.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're an experienced Transport professional with a valid CPC, a passion for developing people and a proven ability to deliver operational change, we'd love to hear from you.