đź“Ť Location: Bletchley, Milton Keynes
đź’° Salary: ÂŁ43,885 + pay rise to follow
🕒 Shift: 4 on, 4 off | 07:00 – 19:00 - Maternity Cover
We’re working with a market-leading, nationally recognised food distribution business that continues to grow at pace.
🔥 The RoleYou will take ownership of the day-to-day transport and warehouse operation, ensuring performance, safety, and efficiency targets are consistently achieved. This is a hands-on role where you will lead from the front, drive standards, and make a real impact.
đź’Ľ Key Responsibilities
* Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team
* Ensure full compliance with transport legislation and safety standards
* Manage staffing levels, rotas, absence and overtime
* Drive operational efficiency and cost control
* Conduct 1-2-1s, reviews and coaching sessions
* Oversee transport systems and processes
* Investigate incidents and implement improvements
* Build strong relationships across the operation
✅ What We’re Looking For
* Strong transport knowledge is essential
* Previous experience in a transport or logistics environment
* Understanding of Driver Hours, Tachograph and Working Time regulations
* Proven leadership and team development experience
* Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment
* Management CPC (highly desirable)
🌟 What’s In It For You?
* Competitive salary with upcoming pay review
* Bonus potential
* Private healthcare
* Career progression and development opportunities
* Work for a fast-growing, well-established organisation