Transport Operations Manager

Transport Operations Manager Required!

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: £45,000 – £50,000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 6:30pm

Our client is an established transport and logistics business operating a busy palletised distribution, haulage and warehousing operation from Portsmouth.

We are looking for an experienced Transport Operations Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day operation, managing drivers, transport planning, customer service and overall performance.

Package:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 6:30pm

£45,000 – £50,000 per annum

Additional benefits discussed at interview

Transport Operations Manager – Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day transport operation




• Manage and support drivers, warehouse and admin staff




• Oversee daily planning, vehicle movements and deliveries




• Monitor transport performance and resolve operational issues




• Deal with driver and customer queries




• Work closely with the warehouse and planning teams




• Monitor vehicle availability, maintenance and downtime




• Ensure drivers and vehicles operate safely and compliantly




• Monitor driver hours, vehicle checks and relevant documentation




• Identify ways to improve efficiency, service and operating costs




• Manage operational administration and performance reporting

Transport Operations Manager – Requirements:

• Previous experience in transport operations, transport management or a senior transport role




• Experience managing drivers and/or a transport team




• Good understanding of day-to-day transport operations




• Confident dealing with drivers, customers and internal teams




• Good understanding of driver hours and transport compliance




• Organised, commercially aware and able to make decisions




• Strong problem-solving and communication skills




• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-moving environment




• Good IT and administration skills




• CPC is not essential




• Pallet network, general haulage or similar transport experience would be advantageous

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