Transport Supervisor

TLP; Northampton; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company based in Northampton is seeking an experienced PM Transport Supervisor to manage transport operations effectively. The role involves daily management of customer transport needs, coordination with sub-contractors, and ensuring compliance with company and legal standards. Candidates should have prior supervisory experience in transport, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to obtaining Management CPC. Offering a salary of £35,100.00 with several benefits including holiday entitlement and pension.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension - Auto enrolment

Employee health and wellbeing platform

Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising in transport operations.
• A solid understanding of current UK transport operations and legislation.
• Ideally, practical experience with O-Licence compliance.

Responsibilities

• Daily satisfaction of all customer transport requirements.
• Serving as a key management liaison for customer interactions.
• Optimising the coordination of internal fleet and sub-contractors.

Skills

Strong organizational and planning capabilities

Team player

Flexibility to adapt

Strong IT proficiency

Education

Management CPC or commitment to obtain

Tools

Fleet and transport management software

Job description

Overview

PM Transport Supervisor - Northampton

• Salary - £35,100.00
• Working pattern - Monday to Friday
• Hours - 14:00 - 22:30
• Holiday entitlement - 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension - Auto enrolment
• Benefits - Employee health and wellbeing platform
• Development - High performance and development programme
• Qualification - Opportunity to obtain TM CPC qualification

PM Transport Supervisor Required to join an award-winning national logistics business. This is a crucial role and likewise is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term position within a dynamic operation. This is a chance to embed yourself within a high-profile distribution facility and play a pivotal role in ensuring compliant, efficient, and profitable transport operations during a key shift. Youinancially will be instrumental in upholding high-quality levels and performance standards, all while promoting best-in-class safety practices. As a main point of contact, youll seamlessly interact with customers and colleagues, becoming an integral part of their ongoing success.

Responsibilities

• Daily satisfaction of all customer transport requirements.
• Serving as a key management liaison for customer interactions.
• Optimising the coordination of internal fleet and sub-contractors for maximum cost-effectiveness.
• Leading day-to-day driver management, focusing on team development, training, and operational efficiency.
• Strategic management of suppliers (sub-contractors, agencies, maintenance) to control operational spend.
• Ensuring peak reliability and presentation through regular driver, vehicle, and trailer checks.
• Guaranteeing full adherence to all company internal processes, procedures, and O-License legislative demands.
• Compiling and presenting weekly management information reports.

Requirements

• Previous experience supervising in transport operations.
• Strong organisational and planning capabilities.
• A track record of responsible, ethical, and honest conduct.
• A solid understanding of current UK transport operations and legislation.
• Management CPC or a clear commitment to obtaining this qualification (Highly desirable).
• Ideally, practical experience with O-Licence compliance. (Highly Desirable)
• Strong IT proficiency, including familiarity with fleet and transport management software.
• A true team player who can inspire and foster a strong team culture.
• The essential flexibility to adapt quickly and effectively to unexpected challenges.

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