Transport Manager
* Annual Salary: £55k - £60k plus 4% bonus
* Location: Portbury, Bristol
* Job Type: Full-time
My client is seeking a highly experienced Transport Manager to join the team at their main distribution hub in Portbury. This senior role is pivotal in supporting their ambitious growth plans and requires a leader with the energy and track record to deliver first-class service. With a responsibility for a team of over 50, the Transport Manager will play a crucial role in managing and optimising extensive distribution operations.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Ensure full implementation of safety, health, environment, quality, and compliance requirements.
* Conduct vehicle and personal injury accident investigations.
* Manage drivers’ tachograph records and infringements, and perform driver licensing and DCPC quarterly checks
* Ensure compliance with legal and health and safety procedures, and improve the safety culture.
* Benchmark depot performance, promote best practices, and drive continual improvements.
* Develop links with manufacturers to ensure vehicle technology advancements are optimised.
* Lead and motivate the team to exceed objectives and KPIs, and develop potential in line with business needs.
* Analyse operational data to make adjustments and identify improvement opportunities.
* Collaborate with the Distribution Team to manage breakdowns and delays efficiently.
* Investigate and resolve customer queries/complaints professionally.
* Conduct weekly meetings to discuss costs, team performance, service, and operations.
* Review and maintain standard operating procedures.
* Participate in on-call duties to handle out-of-hours calls.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Customer service experience from a 3PL or similar background.
* Experience managing a driver workforce, including disciplinary and absence management.
* Transport Manager’s Certificate of Professional Competence.
* Full understanding of Working Time Directive, Drivers Hours, and Operators licensing compliance.
* Experience with routing and tracking applications.
* Desirable: Experience in a complex network operational environment and managing significant budgets.
* Working knowledge of SAP or equivalent MRP systems is advantageous.
Personal Qualities:
* Demonstrates high standards in housekeeping, quality, and health and safety.
* Analytical and fact-based approach with a good understanding of performance statistics.
* Persuasive communication skills with the ability to lead and influence.
* Strategic focus within a pressurised environment.
* Problem-solving skills and the ability to manage large complex projects.
* Highly analytical and numerate with a willingness to source data for analysis.
* Ability to present complex information clearly and simply.
* Inspirational and engaging leadership skills.
* Decisive thinker with responsibility for decisions and actions.
* Promotes a culture of engagement and open suggestion.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary with a 4% bonus.
* Comprehensive training program.
* 33 days annual leave holiday entitlement.
* Option to buy additional annual leave.
* Retail discounts and free car parking.
* Subsidised staff restaurant.
* Free turkey or voucher at Christmas.
* Private healthcare and more.
To apply for this Transport Manager position, please submit your CV today and one of the team at Reed Procurement & Supply Chain will be in touch.