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Transport Manager

Slough Permanent £40,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
We are looking for a Transport Manager to lead a busy fleet operation, ensuring on-time deliveries, full compliance, and outstanding service within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. This role offers the chance to drive efficiency and performance in a critical hospitality supply chain.
  • Transport Manager CPC is a requirement for this role
  • Experience running high volume operations

About Our Client

Our client is a leading service provider to the hospitality sector, delivering time-critical goods and services to a high-profile customer base. With operations across multiple sites and a strong focus on efficiency, reliability, and customer service, they are seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee and optimise their transport function.

Job Description

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Transport Manager will be responsible for leading a busy transport team, managing a fleet, and ensuring all deliveries are completed accurately, on time, and in line with safety and compliance standards.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing day-to-day transport operations across multiple shifts.
  • Leading and developing a team of drivers, supervisors, and planners.
  • Ensuring legal compliance with all transport regulations, including driver hours, vehicle maintenance, and health & safety standards.
  • Optimising routes and schedules to maximise efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Monitoring KPIs to drive continuous improvement in delivery performance.
  • Collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth operational coordination.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will be based in Slough and have a strong background in transport management within a time-sensitive, customer-focused industry. You will be an effective leader with excellent organisational skills and the ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

You will bring:

  • Proven experience in transport or fleet management.
  • CPC qualification (National/International) is essential.
  • Strong people management skills with the ability to motivate teams.
  • In-depth knowledge of transport legislation and compliance.
  • Analytical mindset with a focus on process improvement.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills (Essential)

What's on Offer

On offer for the successful candidate is the following:

  • Basic salary - £45k
  • Performance based bonus
  • Pension Scheme
  • Staff discounts



Hours of work:

  • Monday to Friday
  • 37.5 hr work week

Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Contact
Ben Dunmore
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6812461
Phone number
+442072692133

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Transport Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Slough
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Dunmore
Consultant phone
+442072692133
Job reference
JN-082025-6812461