At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team to ensure smooth transport operations and efficient delivery.
- Company: Join Gregory Distribution Ltd, a leader in logistics and transport services.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, training opportunities, and great wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and excellent career growth opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in transport management while developing your career.
- Qualifications: CPC qualification and previous transport management experience required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 35000 £ per year.
Location: Cribbs
About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. We are excited to welcome an enthusiastic Transport Manager to our team. This role is pivotal in ensuring our transport operations run smoothly and efficiently.
- Lead and Inspire a Large Team: You'll manage a team of around 40 people, including drivers and transport office staff.
- Own the Daily Transport Operation: From planning and resourcing to execution and problem-solving, you'll oversee all aspects of the transport function. You'll ensure that deliveries are made on time, vehicles are utilised efficiently, and any issues are resolved quickly and effectively.
- Utilise Transport Management Systems (TMS): You'll use transport management systems, primarily Mandata or Manpack to plan routes, monitor performance, track compliance, and optimise efficiency across the operation.
- Drive Performance Through Data: You'll produce and present detailed KPIs and performance reports, using insights to drive improvements in efficiency, cost control, and service quality.
- Champion Health, Safety & Compliance: You'll take a proactive approach to health and safety, conducting audits, creating risk assessments, and ensuring all legal and company standards are met. You'll also oversee driver compliance, including licence checks, CPC records, and training.
- Manage and Maintain the Fleet: Working closely with maintenance providers, you'll ensure that all vehicles are roadworthy, compliant, and available when needed.
- Develop and Support Your Team: You'll hold regular 1-2-1s, performance reviews, and development conversations with your direct reports.
- Run Effective Meetings and Debriefs: You'll lead regular meetings with Transport Supervisors to review performance, share updates, and align on priorities. You'll also conduct meaningful driver debriefs and gate checks to ensure accountability and legal compliance.
- Support Strategic Goals: You'll work closely with the Contract Manager to support both local and wider business objectives. You'll contribute ideas, lead initiatives, and help shape the future of the operation.
Required Experience:
- Qualifications: Must hold international or national CPC qualification and have previous Transport Management experience.
- Transport Management Systems (TMS): Experience using, ideally Mandata or Manpack, but experience with any TMS is valuable.
- Legal Compliance: Strong understanding of legal compliance, driver's hours, and WTDs.
- Customer Relationship Management:
- Financial Management: Experience in managing financial budgets and annual P&L responsibility. Proficient in MS Office with strong analytical abilities for reviewing data and reports.
Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?
- Competitive Salary: £35,000 per annum - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- Hours: 09:00hrs - 18:00hrs, Monday to Friday.
- Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
- Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
- Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
- Excellent holiday allowance.
- Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
- Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
- Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.
Please submit your application as soon as possible. Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.
Transport manager (MT lid) in England employer: Gregory
Gregory Distribution Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the South West that prioritises employee growth and well-being. With a strong focus on teamwork, innovation, and sustainability, employees benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive culture. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values your contributions and fosters a collaborative atmosphere.
