Transport & Carrier Manager in Aylesbury

We’re recruiting a Transport & Carrier Manager for a growing logistics and events operation. This is a newly created role offering the opportunity to take ownership of transport operations and play a key part in developing an efficient, scalable logistics function.

Supporting both 3PL fulfilment and nationwide event logistics, you’ll be responsible for coordinating internal drivers, managing third-party carriers, and ensuring reliable delivery to tight, time-critical schedules. The role offers a mix of hands-on operational management and commercial carrier oversight, with real scope to improve processes, reduce costs, and increase transport capability as the function grows.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of day-to-day transport operations, ensuring the smooth coordination of vehicles, drivers, and external suppliers to deliver time-critical logistics across the UK.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing transport operations across internal drivers and third-party carriers
• Planning vehicle schedules to meet complex event and fulfilment timelines
• Managing and developing relationships with transport suppliers and courier platforms
• Coordinating load planning to maximise vehicle utilisation and operational efficiency
• Ensuring compliance with Operator’s Licence requirements and UK transport legislation
• Monitoring transport costs, fuel usage, mileage, and overall logistics performance
• Supporting operational planning for large-scale events and logistics projects
• Driving improvements in service reliability, cost control, and transport efficiency

About You

We’re looking for someone who combines strong operational transport experience with commercial awareness.

You’ll bring:

• Experience managing transport operations, logistics, or fleet activities
• Proven ability to manage third-party transport suppliers and courier networks
• Experience scheduling vehicles and managing driver teams
• Strong knowledge of transport compliance and Operator’s Licence requirements
• A commercially minded approach to supplier management and cost control
• The ability to work effectively in fast-paced, time-critical environments

Experience in events, hospitality, logistics or service-led environments would be particularly valuable.

Working Environment

This is a fast-moving operational role, supporting time-sensitive logistics and events across the UK. Because of the nature of the industry, flexibility is required, including occasional evening or weekend availability during busy periods.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation where you’ll have real ownership of the transport function and the chance to make a tangible operational impact. For the right candidate, it offers the chance to shape transport operations, build robust carrier networks, and improve logistics capability as the business continues to expand.

MVP Recruitment Solutions has been placing Supply Chain, Logistics and Distribution professionals for over 40 years. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Please note that due to the volume of responses we’re currently receiving, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive an update within 7–14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.