Role: Transport Manager Location: Chesterfield Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 Bonus, Generous Pension, LI / PMI The Role The Transport Manager will oversee the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring efficient fleet utilisation and full legal compliance. You'll lead a dedicated transport team of circa. 100, driving high standards, safety, and delivery performance across the operation. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage daily transport operations across a fleet of 40 HGVs and 150 trailers Ensure full OCRS and DVSA compliance, maintaining excellent operator standards Manage and develop a team of drivers, planners, and supervisors Maximise operational efficiency through resource planning and route optimisation Monitor KPIs, cost control, and service levels Conduct regular audits, driver briefings, and investigations Work closely with key customers and internal stakeholders Deliver continuous improvement and operational excellence Use TMS systems effectively for planning and reporting Key Experiences CPC in Road Transport - essential Proven experience as a Transport Manager within a Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain environment (Ideally within 3PL or Retail) Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance Hands-on leadership style with excellent people management skills Competent user of transport management software (TMS) - ideally Road Runner and Microlise Confident, proactive, and commercially aware Live within a commutable distance of Chesterfield