Transport Manager
*Annual Salary: £39k plus £5k car allowance
*Location: Andover, Hampshire
*Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Join our team as a Transport Manager and take charge of the day-to-day operations of our transport department. This pivotal role involves managing resources, aligning with our team of managers, supervisors, and drivers, and implementing strategies to enhance operational performance. You will ensure full adherence to all legal compliance requirements, safety standards, and customer satisfaction.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Implement safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all transport legislative regulations.
*Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses to identify root causes and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
*Collaborate with other departments such as operations, planning, and health & safety to address safety-related issues and implement solutions.
*Drive a culture of safety excellence throughout the organisation, promoting awareness and accountability at all transport depot levels.
*Develop and lead the depot operation customer service, policies, procedures, standards, and lead continuous improvement to enhance the overall delivery and customer experience.
*Manage the financial aspects of the transport department, including P&L management, budget forecasts, and financial reporting processes.
*Engage with internal support teams to identify staffing needs and develop strategies to attract and retain qualified candidates.
*Lead performance management processes to support employee growth and development.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Proven experience in managing financial P&L’s and driving financial performance.
*Familiarity with a broad range of industry-leading Transport Management Systems and other support systems such as Maintenance, Planning, and Tachograph applications.
*Strong decision-making skills and experience managing multiple internal and external stakeholders.
*National CPC holder is essential.
*Experience in managing a large site-based multi-customer transport operation and delivering innovation within the operation (desirable).
*Understanding of central transport functions and the support given to local site teams (desirable).
Benefits:
*Company events
*Cycle to work scheme
*Employee discount
*Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
*Free and on-site parking
*Health & wellbeing programme
*Sick pay
To apply for this Transport Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Ensure you meet the required qualifications, including holding a Transport Manager CPC.