Transport Manager

Transport Manager - Harlow District

Salary - £50,000 to £55,000 plus car

A leading FMCG client in the Harlow District are actively recruiting for a Transport Manager to oversee their daily Logistics operation.

Job Description

The role of the Transport Manager will be:

Responsible for all operational Transport activities from site.
Fully accountable for the day to day running of the transport function within the wider business.
Heading up localised planning, organise and manage the activities and resources of the Distribution Team across the UK.
Fully accountable to ensure that the sites are legally compliant at all times, this will include servicing & maintenance, driver's hours, along with all training.
To ensure that the sites pass the transport audits
To ensure that the sites pass the H&S audit
Accountable for achieving agreed KPI's and Business Targets by maintaining and monitoring the effectiveness of deliveries.
Manage and work with the teams at the sites to control discipline, attendance and performance levels - service and cost, are in line with Company policy, expectations and transport regulations and legislation.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate for the Transport Manager position will have the following skills and experiences:

A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain background.
3+ Years Transport experience at either a Senior Shift Manager, Transport Manager or Operations Manager level.
Have managed in excess of 30 drivers previously
Have a good understanding of legal compliance, drivers hours and WTD's.
Experienced within multi-drop environments and operations.
Have great communication skills both written and verbal.

What's on Offer

This role offers:

Salary - £50,000 to £55,000
Company Bonus / Incentives.
Pension Contributions.
Holiday Allowances.
Plus additional company benefits