Transport Operations Manager — Company Car

Dpdgroupuk1; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle2Work Scheme

Dining Cards

Holiday trading

Job summary

DPD Group is seeking a Transport Manager - Operations to lead the 24/7 transport operation at our UK site. The role oversees fleet and drivers through Shift Managers and Senior Drivers, coordinating with Hub Ops and Network Management to deliver a reliable service.

You will manage resources, health and safety, and ensure compliance with environmental policies and legal requirements while driving KPIs and delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Be an experienced logistics professional with strong operational management experience.
• Proven experience running a vehicle fleet of 400+ vehicles.
• Effective communicator with customer-oriented approach.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Demonstrate DPD values: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the running of the Transport fleet and drivers through Shift Managers, Traffic clerks and Senior Drivers.
• Coordinate with Hub Operational Team and Network Management.
• Ensure efficient service to Hubs, Network Depots and Customers.
• Lead and motivate a large team to meet KPIs and department targets.
• Manage employee and vehicle resources, holidays, health and safety.
• Ensure compliance with environmental policies and legal requirements.
• Plan for peak events such as Bank Holidays and Cyber Weekend.
• Create and deliver training plans for direct reports and succession planning.
• Step up to cover the General Manager duties when needed.

Skills

Logistics management

Team leadership

Health and safety

Customer service focus

Job description

DPD Group is seeking a Transport Manager - Operations to lead the 24/7 transport operation at our UK site. The role oversees fleet and drivers through Shift Managers and Senior Drivers, coordinating with Hub Ops and Network Management to deliver a reliable service.

You will manage resources, health and safety, and ensure compliance with environmental policies and legal requirements while driving KPIs and delivering excellent customer service.