Role
: Transport Manager
Location
: Wakefield
Salary
: £55,000 - £60,000 + Car Allowance, Bonus Scheme
Sector
: Retail / E Commerce
Key Responsibilities
* Full operational management of transport activities across multiple customers and contracts
* Lead, develop, and performance-manage transport planners, supervisors, and drivers
* Ensure compliance with all UK transport legislation, including Operator Licence, WTD, and tachograph regulations
* Manage fleet utilisation, route planning, and resource allocation to maximise efficiency and profitability
* Control transport budgets, monitor KPIs, and deliver cost-saving initiatives without compromising service
* Act as the senior operational point of contact for customers, resolving issues and supporting account growth
* Drive continuous improvement projects across safety, service, cost, and sustainability
* Work closely with warehouse, commercial, and senior leadership teams to support wider business objectives
Key Experiences
* Proven experience as a Transport Manager (or senior Transport Manager) within a Retail or contract logistics distribution and supply chain evironment.
* Strong working knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance requirements
* Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate operational teams in a high-pressure environment
* Commercially minded, with experience managing budgets and driving operational efficiencies
* Confident stakeholder manager, able to work with customers and internal teams at all levels
* International CPC - Essential