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Transport Team Manager

Job Posted: 23 days ago

Salary: £ 47,000 - 48,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Salford, Greater Manchester

Expire in: 5 days

Job Description

Transport Manager

Manchester

Up to £48,000 per annum

I currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Manager to join a leading food and drink distributor at their Manchester site. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong transport professional to step in to a key leadership role within a well-established and growing business.

The Role

The Transport Manager will be responsible for managing transport operations, leading the team and ensuring full compliance across the fleet. This is hands-on role with accountability for people, vehicles and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and lead the transport team, including recruitment, training, and performance management
Oversee daily transport operations to ensure efficiency, service levels, and compliance
Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, operator licence requirements, and health & safety standards
Manage the commercial vehicle fleet, including servicing, MOTs, inspections, and repairs
Oversee pallet and cage control
Manage incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions
Monitor performance, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiativesRequirements

Strong transport management experience is essential
Proven knowledge of transport compliance, legislation, and health & safety
Experience leading and managing teams
Experience within foodservice transport would be advantageous
CPC qualification desirable but not essential
Organised, proactive, and confident working in a fast-paced transport environment 

Package & Benefits

Salary: up to £48,000 per annum
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Health plan
Life cover
High street discount scheme
Excellent training, development and internal progression opportunities 

Interested? Apply now with an up to date CV to be considered for this exciting Transport Manager opportunity.

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