Transport Team Manager

Michael Page (UK); Dartford; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Dartford is seeking a Transport Team Manager to oversee daily operations and manage a team. Candidates should have experience in transportation management, strong leadership skills, and a track record of enhancing operational performance. A base salary of £38.5k, holiday package, and opportunities for progression are offered.

Benefits

Holiday package

Company discounts platform

Great routes for progression

Qualifications

• Proven background in managing teams within a logistics, 3PL, or transport environment.
• Solid understanding of transport compliance and legislation.
• Experience in performance motivation and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team to deliver outstanding transport performance.
• Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and company standards.
• Manage daily transport planning and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Transport Compliance

People Management

Communication

Performance Motivation

Education

CPC Qualification

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a leading, UK-based third-party logistics provider with a strong reputation for operational excellence, customer focus, and continuous improvement. With a diverse portfolio across retail, manufacturing, and FMCG sectors, they are known for their high-performing teams and culture of collaboration.

Job Description

As Transport Team Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in leading day-to-day transport operations within a fast-paced distribution environment. You will be responsible for managing a team of drivers and transport coordinators, ensuring that all service, safety, and cost targets are achieved.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing a team to deliver outstanding transport performance.
• Ensuring compliance with all legal, safety, and company standards, including driver hours and vehicle maintenance.
• Managing daily transport planning and resource allocation to meet customer SLAs.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure smooth operational delivery.
• Monitoring KPIs and taking proactive action to address performance gaps.

The Successful Applicant

You'll be an experienced transport professional with a proven background in managing teams within a logistics, 3PL, or transport environment. You'll combine strong leadership with excellent operational insight and the ability to thrive under pressure.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Transport Team Manager, Transport Supervisor, or similar.
• A solid understanding of transport compliance and legislation.
• Strong HR experience
• Excellent people management and communication skills.
• The ability to drive performance through motivation, coaching, and accountability.
• A focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• CPC qualification (desirable).
• Commutable distance from Dartford.

What's on Offer

On offer for the successful candidate is the following:

• Base salary - £38.5k
• Holiday package
• Company discounts platform
• Great routes for progression

Shift Pattern:

• 5 on 3 off

Start times Available:

• 4am
• 10:45am

Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain