The Transport Manager is responsible for managing a team of 20 - 25 drivers and the associated fleet, delivering to customers 6 days per week across the Northwest.
An opportunity for a Transport Manager to join an established food wholesaler who offer a fantastic range of fresh produce and dry store ingredients.
With clients all over the Northwest ranging from universities to restaurants they pride themselves on being the very best at what they do, bringing the very highest quality produce with faultless service, at the best possible value for money for their customers.
We are working with a highly successful and ambitious family-run haulage business who are looking for an experienced Transport Manager to join their team.
Operating from just outside Otley, they specialise in general haulage and pride themselves on delivering exceptional service to their customers.
1) Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced, quick-thinking role
Transport Manager - Plymouth Salary c£49k, plus excellent benefitsWe are looking for an experienced Transport Manager for our Plymouth site.
Manage checks and controls to uphold fleet safety and reliability, collaborating closely with vehicle maintenance service providers to minimize downtime.Understand and implement relevant legislation and standards, liaise with internal specialists and regulatory authorities, and continuously improve safety performance.Maintain strict security of property and products, including serving as an emergency call-out key holder and attending call-outs when required.Utilise working knowledge of relevant legislation, safety, quality procedures, and site operating instructions.Deliver regular company briefings on Safety and Performance to all employees.Ensure sites under your control are maintained in line with company policies and external regulatory authorities.Budgeting and Expenditure:Work with senior management to prepare budgets and manage expenditure within specified parameters.Prioritise the customer in decision-making processes and ensure employees are trained to deliver excellent customer service in all areas of the cylinder and bulk business.Lead the dispatching and scheduling functions for the area, ensuring all planned delivery schedules consider driver and vehicle compliance with relevant transport regulations.Coach, mentor, and plan appropriate training and development for all staff and drivers.Conduct performance reviews in line with company procedures to create a robust and efficient operation that meets financial targets and KPIs.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in the management team, leading, motivating, and managing staff and drivers to execute delivery schedules for the distribution of gas supplies.Key Responsibilities:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Transport Manager to join our client.
The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in optimizing transport operations, ensuring cost efficiency, and managing a fleet of over 20 vehicles.
This role requires agility in adapting to change and managing short lead times for deliveries.
You could be currently working as a Transport Manager or as an Assistant Transport Manager looking to take your next step up in the career ladder.
You will be supporting the operations of the transport department in line with finance targets, legal compliance whilst achieving best possible level of service to internal and external customers, delivered through effective engaging and motivational leadership.
Do you have experience working as a Transport Manager
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