Transport Operations Manager

Greggs; Kettering; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Management Bonus Scheme

Pension scheme with matching employer

Colleague discount

Profit share

25 days annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Income Protection

Death in service benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression

The Greggs Pledge

Colleague Networks

Job summary

Greggs is seeking a Transport Operations Manager to lead the KNDC transport function in Kettering. You will manage a team of transport managers, supervisors and drivers to deliver safe, compliant, high-performing operations and implement the transport strategy aligned with business goals.

You will drive continuous improvement, ensure adherence to safety and food safety standards, and balance service levels with costs.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale transport, logistics or distribution operations.
• Strong commercial understanding balancing customer service, operational performance and cost efficiency.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of transport compliance, Health & Safety and food safety standards.
• Proven expertise in transport planning and route optimisation with analytical focus.
• Coaching and development-focused leadership with stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of transport managers, supervisors and drivers.
• Deliver operational and strategic transport objectives in line with business plans and budgets.
• Take responsibility for transport planning, resource deployment and problem solving.
• Ensure fleet maintenance, servicing and transport compliance requirements are met.
• Manage 24/7 transport operations, including rota planning and resource optimisation.
• Drive a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and colleague engagement.
• Develop, monitor and improve KPIs to support operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, Health & Safety, food safety and company policies.
• Recruit, coach, develop and support colleagues to reach their potential.
• Lead performance management, PDRs, succession planning and talent development.
• Manage investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes where required.
• Promote a strong safety and food safety culture across the operation.
• Work cross-functionally with operations, national transport and support teams to meet objectives.
• Lead and deliver continuous improvement initiatives and projects.

Skills

Transport operations

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cost control

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching & development

Change management

Job description

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Monday to Friday, however some flexibility may be required depending on business needs

up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience

Contract Hours:

Full time

Location:

Kettering

Closing Date:

16/10/2026

Job Category:

Head Office

Region / Site:

Head Office

Business Unit:

Supplies & Distribution

Vacancy Information

We have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Operations Manager to join our new state-of-the-art Kettering National Distribution Centre (KNDC). This role will play a critical part in ensuring outstanding service to our shops and Regional Distribution Centres while supporting Greggs' continued growth and supply chain transformation.

As Transport Operations Manager, you will lead a team of transport shift managers and supervisors and drivers to deliver a safe, compliant and high-performing transport operation. You will be responsible for implementing the transport strategy, delivering operational plans, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining the highest standards of safety, service and colleague engagement.

We can offer you:

Management Bonus Scheme which is worth up to 12.5% of your salary

Pension scheme with matching employer contributions up to 7%

Colleague discount, up to 50% off our own-produced products

Profit share - We want everyone to share in the success of the business, so we distribute 10% of our profits to all our colleagues who have at least 6-month service, or more, each year

25 days (5 weeks) annual leave, pro-rated, increasing with service (in addition to bank holidays), plus 1 additional floating day

The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave twice a year

Colleague share plans, giving you the opportunity to save and invest in Greggs, with the chance to buy Greggs shares at a discounted rate

Private Medical Insurance which is free for you and subsidised for your dependants

Income Protection should you become unable to work due to long-term sickness

Death in service benefit which provides a lump-sum payment equal to 4 times your year's salary

Virtual GP, Physiotherapy and Lifestyle Consultations - we provide access to a fantastic total wellbeing app for you and your family

Employee Assistance Programme - we provide all colleagues with access to an EAP helpline providing mental health support as well as financial and legal support

Savings and discounts, including digital gift card discounts, online cashback, in-store and online coupons and lifestyle offers

Career progression and learning and development opportunities

A company who cares about our communities; the environment and being a better business! Click here to read about The Greggs Pledge

Colleague Networks - internal groups where colleagues and their allies can share their own experiences, offer feedback on the way we do things at Greggs, and provide support to one another

About the role

• This is a full-time role,however flexibility in this will be considered
• We know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their role
• The base location for this role is Kettering NDC, NN14 1FQ

What you'll do

• Lead and develop a team of transport managers, supervisors and drivers.
• Deliver operational and strategic transport objectives in line with business plans and budgets.
• Take responsibility for transport planning, resource deployment and operational problem solving.
• Ensure fleet maintenance, servicing and transport compliance requirements are fully met.
• Manage 24/7 transport operations, including rota planning and resource optimisation.
• Drive a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and colleague engagement.
• Develop, monitor and improve key performance indicators to support operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with all transport legislation, Health & Safety, food safety and company policies.
• Recruit, coach, develop and support colleagues to achieve their full potential.
• Lead performance management, PDRs, succession planning and talent development activities.
• Manage investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes where required.
• Promote a strong safety and food safety culture across the operation.
• Work cross-functionally with operational, national transport team and support teams to achieve commercial objectives
• Lead and deliver continuous improvement initiatives and operational projects.

About you

We're looking for a passionate and experienced operational leader with a proven track record in transport, logistics or distribution management.

You'll have:

• Experience leading large-scale transport, logistics or distribution operations.
• Strong commercial understanding with the ability to balance customer service, operational performance, and cost efficiency
• Experience managing change and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of transport compliance, Health & Safety and operational best practice.
• Proven expertise in transport planning and route optimisation, supported by strong analytical and change management skills
• The ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A coaching and development-focused leadership style.
• The flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving operational environment.
• A passion for delivering exceptional service and putting customers at the heart of decision making.

About Greggs

Here at Greggs, we love what we do, and we have fun! What makes us so special is our culture - how we behave and support each other. Everyone's welcome at Greggs. Whatever their background, preferences or beliefs we want all of our colleagues to feel welcome and able to be themselves at work. You can read more about us here: Greggs Careers | About Greggs.