Operations Manager Logistics
South West | Competitive Salary + Benefits
Caraway Recruitment is working in partnership with a highly successful and well-established organisation operating a large-scale transport and logistics operation within the South West.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take responsibility for the performance of a key site within the network. This is a senior leadership role with significant influence over people, process and operational delivery.
The Role
You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the operation, ensuring transport activities are effectively planned, coordinated and delivered safely, efficiently and in line with customer and business expectations.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leadership and operational management of a large, fast-paced transport operation
Planning and overseeing daily transport activity across both regional and nationwide distribution networks
Driving effective routing, scheduling and resource utilisation
Leading, coaching and developing management and operational teams
Driving operational performance, fleet efficiency and service excellence
Reviewing and developing strategic and operational transport plans
Ensuring full compliance across the transport operation, including vehicles, trailers and all legal and regulatory requirements
Managing budgets, cost control and overall operational performance
Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning, efficiency and service
Building a strong, engaged and high-performing team culture
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Transport Manager CPC (National or International)
Proven experience in an Operations Manager or senior transport leadership role
Strong background in transport operations, with hands-on experience planning and executing day-to-day activity across regional and nationwide networks
Experience managing multiple customer accounts or service streams
Strong commercial awareness, including budget and cost management experience
Excellent leadership, analytical, organisational and communication skills
A genuine passion for developing people and improving operational performance
The Package
In return, our client offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, alongside long-term career development within a growing and forward-thinking organisation.
Please include your salary expectations with your application.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transport operations leader looking to take the next step within a well-established organisation. xsngvjr
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