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Transport Manager

Indigo Search Limited
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire LS279DJ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Transport Manager role, based in Morley (West Yorkshire), involves managing a multi-client transport operation with P&L responsibility for contracts totaling approximately £1 million.
  • Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in a transport management or supervisory role within fast-paced distribution environments.
  • Essential qualifications include a CPC National certification and demonstrable experience in managing P&L and a team of at least 15 individuals.
  • The position requires a hands-on leadership style and a client-focused approach, with responsibilities including driver training, recruitment, and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • This role offers an active progression pathway towards General Manager level within a progressive logistics business.

THE ROLE:

  • Reporting into the Transport General Manager, the Transport Manager will be responsible for a high-profile & fast-paced multi-client transport operation in the Morley (West Yorkshire) area.
  • Management of multi-client portfolio across various sectors.
  • P&L responsibility for multiple client contracts.
  • Responsibility for circa 20 drivers, 20+ LGV & HGV vehicles + an office team of 3.
  • Training of Drivers to deliver a "White-Glove" value-added service to clients as part of their daily tasks.
  • Recruitment, on-boarding and driver retention.
  • You will be front-foot in helping to lead the operation - a big part of this role will be in spotting opportunities to grow revenue for the business.
  • Able to understand client needs and respond to them pro-actively and positively.
  • Management of P&L of approx £1m costs, SLA's etc.
  • Compliance and Legislation adherence.
  • Account management of clients - including regular meetings & communication in order to ensure a strong working relationship.

THE PERSON:

  • Transport Manager or Transport Supervisor ideally within fast paced distribution.
  • CPC National certification - ESSENTIAL
  • Demonstrable Transport P&L management experience.
  • Overall management responsibility for at least 15 heads or more.
  • Front-foot & hands-on leadership style - this role is very much a hands-on & full-on transport management role.
  • Able to liaise from shop-floor to Board level.
  • Client-focused person who will proactively manage client relationships.
  • Keen to leave a lasting impact and legacy on the wider business.
  • Someone who wants to play an integral part in building/growing a strong operation.
  • Someone who wants to develop their career with a progressive business.
  • This is a position with an active progression pathway in mind to General Manager level within the medium to long-term.

ABOUT US:

With over 21 years of expertise in the Logistics/Supply Chain sector - Indigo Search recruit for management, director & executive roles across the UK.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.