We are recruiting on behalf of an established and growing logistics business looking for an experienced Container Transport Manager to lead a busy transport planning operation. This is a senior operational role suited to someone with extensive experience in container haulage, traffic planning and team management , with strong knowledge of UK ports and container transport operations. 55,000 – £65,000 + Company Car Lead and manage a busy team of Transport Operators / Planners • Oversee container transport planning from Felixstowe, London Gateway and Southampton • Ensure efficient fleet utilisation and effective allocation of drivers and vehicles • Monitor operational revenue targets, service levels and overall performance • Oversee VBS bookings , helping to minimise wasted slots and unnecessary costs • Monitor operational KPIs and daily performance statistics • Ensure compliance with Working Time Directive, EU Drivers' Hours and relevant transport regulations • Support a positive, high-performing culture across the transport operation • Occasionally travel to other depot locations when required Significant experience within container transport / container haulage • Strong hands-on experience of truck and traffic planning • Minimum 5 years' experience leading an operational transport team • Working knowledge of TOPS and container transport systems • Excellent knowledge of UK geography and major container ports • Good understanding of driver hours and transport compliance • Commercial awareness and an understanding of operational performance • Confident customer-facing and relationship-building skills • 55,000 – £65,000 salary , depending on experience • Company car • 23 days' holiday, increasing to 25 days with service • Birthday off following successful probation • Life assurance • Company pension • 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme • On-site parking This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Container Transport Operations Manager, Transport Manager, Traffic Manager or Senior Transport Planner looking to take ownership of a busy container transport operation.
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Location Transport Manager in Felixstowe, Suffolk employer: Bradley David Associates
Bradley David Associates is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the rapidly evolving field of AI. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to mentorship opportunities and the chance to shape cutting-edge strategies in a global software environment. Located in a vibrant tech hub, the company provides a supportive atmosphere where your contributions directly impact the future of AI solutions.
