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Transport Manager

Employer
Michael Page Logistics
Location
England, Nottinghamshire
Salary
£40000 - £45000 per annum
Closing date
28 Oct 2021

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Sector
Transport & Logistics
Responsibilities
Supply Chain / Logistics
Position/Level
Senior Management
Contract Type
Permanent
Language
English

Job Details

I am delighted to have today been briefed on an incredibly rare opportunity to be at the forefront of creating an internal Transport Operation.

The client themselves are a household name who are easily recognisable. They have undergone on impressive growth period and are operating a record breaking high. If you are an experienced Transport Manager with a passion for implementing a project from conception to completion please get in touch.

Client Details

The client themselves are a household name who are easily recognisable. They have undergone on impressive growth period and are operating a record breaking high. If you are an experienced Transport Management with a passion for implementing a project from conception to completion please get in touch.

Description

Key responsibilities for the Transport Manager include;

  • Responsible for the operational compliance and Transport legislation implementation as prescribed by the Fleet team.
  • Increase operational optimisation of the National Distribution Centre's fleet
  • You'll lead a small team by example, ensuring that the NDC team has strong relationships with operational managers across the business
  • Work with external providers to bridge any operational plans to deliver and optimise our service to the regional distribution centres network
  • Achieve transport related quality objectives across the Company
  • Promoting a 'right first time' culture within your team, to internal and external customers
  • Work with operational managers to implement improvement plans and monitor progress relating to compliance, accidents and fuel use for the NDC
  • Work collaboratively with Fleet team who are responsible to develop training courses on transport related subject,
  • You'll be involved in various transport related project work to improve performance
  • Assist the Operational Manager and the Planning and Project Manager in the analysis and overall performance of the NDC
  • Responsibility regarding vehicle operations costs, working with Fleet team who are responsible for maintenance and repair costs

Profile

  • Hold and maintain management CPC qualification
  • 5 + Years experience in a Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain background (Ideally as a Transport Manager)
  • Understanding of the demands of operating a significant fleet of vehicles
  • You'll continually work to ensure you maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current transport legislation
  • You'll be able to build strong working relationships with internal and external customers
  • Experience of managing maintenance contractors
  • Experience in auditing processes, WTD & Drivers Hours Legislation
  • A strong communicator, able to ensure key parties understand key messaging and remain focused
  • Financial awareness, as you'll support the management continually work to drive down costs
  • Live within a commutable distance of Nottinghamshire.

Job Offer

  • Basic Saalry of £40,000 - £45,000
  • Company Car
  • Comany Bonus Scheme (10%)
  • Generous Pension Contribution
  • Additional Company Benefits

Company

Michael Page has successfully grown over the past 30 years and we are continuing to grow, as shown by our ever expanding sectors. Our logistics team are the latest to thrive as their own sector after having lived under the umbrella of procurement and supply chain.

Due to an increase in job vacancies in the logistics industry, as well as a high level of talent emerging, Michael Page is proud to reveal its new logistics sector.

Although the sector is new, Michael Page has always had a dedicated logistics team who work together with candidates to deliver the best results. We recruit a variety of roles including: 

  • General managers
  • Warehouse managers 
  • Transport managers
  • Solutions and network designers

We also work with an extensive client base to advise and develop appropriate recruitment processes to secure the right talent for their organisation.

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