Transport Manager (O License/ National CPC) | Andover
Location: Andover, UK
Salary: £45,000.00 - £50,000.00
Benefits: 25 days holiday + BH, Training & Development programmes
Position
Transport Manager Required - 3PL Operations
Join one of the UK's most successful 3PL providers at their site situated in the Andover area. This is a well‑run and efficient operation, housing a small fleet of Class 1 HGVs operating both day and night movements for customers across the retail and commercial sectors.
As named Transport Manager you will manage the day-to-day transport operation, provide effective management of resources. Your role will involve working and aligning with a team of managers, supervisors, and drivers, and implementing strategies to enhance operational performance and fully adhere to all legal compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and lead the depots operation, customer service, policies, procedures, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance customer experience.
* Collaborate with other departments onsite, such as operations, commercial and planning, to drive synergies and solutions to both internal and external customers.
* Ensure compliance and implementation of group HR policies, procedures, and programs to support the recruitment, retention, and development of staff.
* Ensure absolute adherence to the companies H&S policies and procedures.
* Lead performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and career development planning, to support employee growth and development.
* Develop and implement training and development programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of employees at all levels of the transport team.
* P&L ownership/management for your Transport department.
* Work with both Regional and Divisional managers in alignment with company goals and strategic objectives.
* Prepare and manage depot budgets.
* Assist with the development of pricing strategies.
Transport Manager Requirements
* National Transport Manager CPC Holder.
* Experience of managing financial P&L's.
* Experience using a broad range of TMS systems.
* Excellent man management and people skills.
* Management of a large site-based multi customer operation.
* Experience of managing in a large site-based multi customer transport.
* Strong understanding of central transport functions and understanding the role and support given to local site teams (desirable).
* Experience of continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Receive
* Salary: £45,000.00 - £50,000.00
* Mon‑Fri | 40hrs per week
* 25 days holiday + BH
* Matched pension contributions
* We Care GP, various healthcare benefits
* Life Assurance after 6 months
* Retail discounts via companies reward gateway
* Excellent training and development programmes
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Transport Manager looking to work in a high‑performing and efficient site-based operation, to join a well‑established UK leading logistics organisation.
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