Transport Manager

XPO is looking for a Transport Manager to oversee the day-to-day execution of transport and fleet operations at our Barnsley site. Working in close collaboration with the Transport Planning & Continuous Improvement Manager and your peers, you’ll play a critical role in delivering operational excellence across four core pillars: Safety, Service, Budget Performance, and Continuous Improvement.

Pay, benefits and more:

We offer a salary of up to £47,500 per annum, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, option to buy additional days, high street discounts, cycle to work scheme, workplace pension, private healthcare and dental cover.

What you’ll do on a typical day / key responsibilities:

• Lead site-level transport operations, ensuring full compliance with transport legislation (Driver Hours, WTD, DVSA).
• Take ownership of service delivery across all channels, ensuring KPI and SLA targets are met.
• Manage daily and weekly budget performance, driving cost control and efficiency.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and operational value.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for transport-related queries from both customers and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate across functions to deliver business and customer strategic goals.
• Build strong relationships with customers to understand needs and identify growth opportunities.
• Challenge the status quo to drive performance and innovation.
• Lead recruitment, succession planning, and team development to build a high-performing workforce.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Proven track record in transport operations and leadership.
• CPC National & International (essential); IOSH or equivalent (desirable).
• Strong working knowledge of Transport Management Systems and supporting route planning software.
• Commercial acumen and experience managing budgets.
• A proactive, pragmatic, and inspirational leadership style.
• Experience in construction or similar sectors is advantageous.
• Ambition for personal development and progression within the business.

Be part of something big.

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.