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Tamworth
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Transport manager
Posted: 27 September
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Description Transport Manager (LGV) Ocado - Tamworth- Dordon CFC Permanent- competitive salary benefits About the Role: Dordon CFC is Ocado’s largest transport site, home to a team of 250 employees operating in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. We’re now seeking a Transport Manager (LGV) to take ownership of this complex operation, leading a team of 20 direct reports and driving both operational excellence and long-term strategic success. This is a senior, high-impact role where you’ll be accountable for the effective, safe and legal management of LGV operations, while leading change, inspiring teams, and ensuring we meet the time-critical, real-time targets that our customers and business depend on. We’re looking for a senior-level Transport Manager with extensive experience leading large, complex operations. If you have a proven track record of driving change, introducing new ways of working, and improving performance and culture, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Leading and inspiring the Transport management team, ensuring they are engaged, capable and motivated to deliver excellence. Driving change and introducing new ways of working, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. Overseeing compliance across LGV the operation, in line with the Operators licence including but not limited to driver hours, driver licensing, vehicle safety, maintenance, fleet records and OTIF delivery. Managing site KPIs, budgets and performance targets, ensuring operational and cost efficiency. Balancing hands-on operational oversight with strategic planning to support long-term growth. Maintaining fleet, site facilities and assets in line with legislation and company policies. Building strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers and service providers to ensure service standards are consistently met. Accountable for effective people management—ensuring HR policies and procedures are followed, recruitment and headcount targets are met, and your team is supported to perform at their best Experience we’re looking for Senior-level experience in transport management within large, complex operational settings. A proven track record of leading change, implementing new ways of working, and improving performance. A strong leader who can challenge, influence and inspire teams. Skilled in people management, problem solving, and decision making. Exceptional communicator, confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Experience managing complex systems and processes in transport operations. FMCG experience is highly desirable, ideally in temperature-controlled, time-critical operations with OTIF targets. Previous experience within large transport groups or multi-site operations would be advantageous. CPC National/International Road Haulage is essential About you: Energetic, proactive and highly motivated, with a genuine passion to succeed. Comfortable in fast-paced, demanding environments with real-time pressures. Strategic thinker who also brings strong operational know-how. Brings an external perspective and alternative viewpoints to drive innovation. Calm, clear and focused, particularly under pressure. Flexible with working hours – the site operates on a 24/7 basis. Why Ocado? At Ocado, we strive to deliver the very best service, quality and experience for our customers. That starts with strong leadership and a culture built on teamwork, accountability and innovation. At Dordon, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of transport operations at our largest site, leading a team that plays a vital role in keeping our network moving. What you can expect to receive in return - At Ocado we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, so you’ll find a safe and collaborative atmosphere that is as fresh as our produce as well as an award winning recognition programme and benefits package that includes a healthy work-life balance, extensive healthcare coverage, competitive salaries, and exclusive employee discounts. Join Ocado Logistics today and become a part of a culture that wholeheartedly values and supports your well-being throughout every stage of your career.

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