Transport Manager Galway

EZ Living Furniture; Galway; In loco; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

23 days holiday per year

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Educational support scheme

Health care discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

EZ Living Furniture, based in Galway, seeks a Transport Manager for its West of Ireland operations. You will lead daily transport and delivery activities, ensure RSA compliance, and drive cost optimization with a safety-focused team.

The role requires CPC in Transport Management and 5+ years in logistics, with strong collaboration across Sales, Warehouse, Finance, and HR to maintain high service levels.

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years in a Transport Manager or senior transport operations role.
• CPC in Transport Management (National/International) required.
• Strong familiarity with West of Ireland logistics and road networks.
• Full clean Irish/EU driving licence (C or EC class advantageous).
• Excellent cost analysis, budgeting, and efficiency metrics.

Mansioni

• Lead and direct delivery drivers, route planners, and support staff.
• Ensure RSA compliance, driver hours, tachographs and working time directives.
• Monitor OTIF delivery metrics and drive service recovery.
• Manage fleet maintenance, inspections, and insurance requirements.
• Collaborate with Sales, Warehouse, Supply Chain, Finance and HR to align goals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost optimization.

Conoscenze

Team leadership

Communication skills

Budget management

Cost analysis

Problem solving

Tech literacy

Strumenti

TMS software

Fleet telematics

Route planning software

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

The Company
EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing almost 400 people

The Company
EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing almost 400 people
An exciting opportunity for a Transport Manager has arisen to join EZ Living Furniture's Distribution Team based in our Furniture Warehouse Facility in the Carnmore Galway. The successful candidate will play an essential role in our large fast paced operation.

Job Specification: Transport Manager
Location: West of Ireland (e.g., Galway, Mayo, Clare, Limerick)
Reporting To: Logistics and Distribution Operations Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Job Purpose The Transport Manager will lead and oversee all daily transport and delivery operations across the West of Ireland. This role is responsible for driving exceptional customer service through an engaged, well-trained delivery team, ensuring strict Road Safety Authority (RSA) compliance, maintaining high Health & Safety standards, and managing fleet operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial acumen to drive cost optimization, continuous improvement, and employee development.
Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Employee Welfare
• Lead, motivate, and direct delivery drivers, route planners, and support staff to foster a positive, high-performing work culture.
• Prioritize employee welfare, fair workload distribution, and team engagement.
• Conduct regular 1-on-1s, performance reviews, and implement structured staff development plans.
• Promote ongoing training and upskilling across the transport team.
• Stakeholder & Customer Experience
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (Sales, Warehouse, Supply Chain, Finance, and HR) to ensure aligned operational goals.
• Act as the key operational link between delivery teams and external clients/vendors across the region.
• Champion customer service excellence by monitoring delivery metrics (On-Time In-Full / OTIF), resolving escalation issues, and driving service recovery.
• Fleet Management & RSA Compliance
• Maintain full responsibility for Transport Manager CPC requirements and strict RSA compliance (driver hours, tachograph analysis, working time directives, and driver CPC tracking).
• Oversee fleet maintenance, servicing schedules, CVRT/NCT testing, vehicle tax, and insurance requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships with fleet providers, mechanics, and fuel suppliers.
• Health, Safety & Risk Management
• Maintain a rigorous Health & Safety environment in line with Irish legislation and company standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, vehicle safety audits, and thorough accident/incident investigations.
• Deliver regular toolbox talks and driver safety briefings.
• Cost Optimization & Continuous Improvement
• Prepare, track, and manage transport operational budgets and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Analyze fuel consumption, route efficiency, vehicle maintenance costs, and labor utilization.
• Design and implement continuous improvement initiatives (LEAN practices, route optimization software, fleet telematics) to minimize costs without compromising safety or customer quality.

Candidate Requirements
Experience & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of proven experience in a similar Transport Manager or Senior Transport Operations role.
• CPC Certification: Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Transport Management (National/International) is required.
• Regional Knowledge: Strong familiarity with logistics, road networks, and supply chain operations in the West of Ireland.
• Driver Licensing: Full clean Irish/EU Driving License (C or EC class advantageous).

Core Competencies & Skills

• Financial Acumen: Strong background in cost analysis, budget management, and operational efficiency metrics.
• Leadership & Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build, mentor, and motivate teams while communicating effectively across all organizational levels.
• Compliance Knowledge: Expert working knowledge of RSA regulations, tachograph software, and Irish transport/labor legislation.
• Problem Solving & Tech Literacy: Proficient with transport management systems (TMS), telematics, route planning software, and Microsoft Office Suite.

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Up to 23 days holiday per year
Fun, fast paced & high energy work environment
Culture Of Developing And Promoting From Within The Company
Our Generous staff discounts
Our pension scheme
Our Bonus Scheme
Our Educational Support Scheme
Our Discounted corporate rate health care
Our free Employee Assistance Programme
Our wellbeing initiatives like our Bike to work scheme
Free Flu vaccination
Career Development Opportunities
Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources