Transport Manager
Transport Manager
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Transport Manager to oversee our Client's distribution operations.
Reporting to the General Manager the Transport Manager will manage the transport department in line with company budgets while ensuring the highest levels of customer service and adherence industry regulations.
As the Transport Manager you will be responsible for planning vehicle routes effectively to maximise capacity and revenue and ensuring the correct allocation of vehicles and trailers to drivers.
You will manage the department's budget explore costsaving opportunities and monitor vehicle accident damage repair costs.
You will also create and manage KPI data covering sales revenue late deliveries agency costs labour costs vehicles stood potential claims vehicle accidents incidents breakdowns MPG performance by driver and vehicle type and revenue by pallet per mile.
Performance monitoring and leadership are key aspects of this role. You will inspire and engage your team encouraging continuous improvement and a solutionfocused approach. Additionally you will manage staffing levels performance and communication within the department ensuring holidays and sickness are managed according to business policies.
Your role as a Transport Manager will also involve managing vehicle and driver digicard tachograph downloads and infringements ensuring tachographs are calibrated and keeping fleet vehicles' Road Fund Licences up to date. You will manage accounts connected to tolls and other transport schemes monitor driver fuel consumption and performance and ensure compliance with driver CPC status.
You will oversee vehicle inspections MOTs servicing and produce a monthly breakdown report. Additionally you will ensure vehicles allocated to European work have the correct doentation manage consumables and maintain the cleanliness of vehicles and the site.
Who we are looking for :
- Proven experience in Transport Management
- Must hold an International CPC qualification
- Strong leadership and interpersonal ss
- Excellent organisational and planning abilities
- Proficiency in transport and business management IT systems
- A thorough understanding of health & safety regulations.
- Understanding of fleet management
Why you will love working for our client:
- A competitive salary of £50k pa plus Company Car
- 50 hour week working Monday to Friday
- 28 days holiday (you will need to book off bank holidays)
- Great management team
- Great office environment
If you are an experienced Transport Manager looking for a challenging role within a dynamic environment we would love to hear from you.
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Employment Type
Full Time
