Regional Transport Operations Manager

2 weeks ago

South West, United Kingdom MVP Full time

Regional Transport Operations Manager (Southern Region)

Remote role with extensive travel. Sites in Essex, Wiltshire, Hampshire, Gloucestershire.

Competitive salary + car allowance + benefits

Do you have a passion for transport and logistics and a proven track record of success? Are you looking for a dynamic leadership role where you can make a real impact?

As part of its continued growth journey, this award-winning, sustainability-focused national logistics business is searching for a talented Regional Transport Operations Manager. In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee and optimise all transport operations across the company’s southern region. You will play a key role in ensuring efficient and cost-effective transportation of goods, managing a team of professionals, and implementing strategies to enhance performance, safety, and customer satisfaction – all aligned with our company's strategic goals.

What You'll Do:

* Lead and Optimize: You'll be responsible for leading a team of transport managers, supervisors, and drivers, overseeing daily operations, and implementing strategies to continuously improve efficiency, safety, and customer service.

* Safety First: Your commitment to safety will be paramount. You'll develop and implement safety policies, manage training programs, investigate incidents, and collaborate with other departments to build a best-in-class safety culture across the region.

* Customer Focus: Excellent customer service is key. You'll oversee customer service operations, develop strategies to enhance the customer experience, and manage escalated issues to ensure customer satisfaction.

* People Management: You'll be responsible for talent development within your region. This includes recruitment, retention, performance management, and training. You'll also foster a positive and supportive work environment for your team.

* Financial Acumen: You'll develop and implement strategies to optimise revenue and profitability within your region. This includes budget management, financial analysis, KPI monitoring, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

* Strategic & Analytical: You'll be a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills. You'll develop and implement tactical initiatives, analyse data to identify trends and opportunities, and provide actionable insights to senior management.

Who You Are:

* A seasoned professional with extensive experience in managing transport operations at a senior level.

* Proven track record of leading teams and driving financial performance.

* Experience managing budgets and P&Ls.

* Strong understanding of transport management systems and relevant software applications.

* Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

* A passion for safety, continuous improvement, and building a positive work environment.

* National CPC holder (Essential)

Bonus Points:

* Experience managing in a large site-based transport operation.

* Understanding of central transport functions and supporting local site teams.

* Demonstrated ability to implement process and procedural improvements.

MVP Recruitment Solutions has been placing Supply Chain, Logistics and Distribution professionals for 40 years. For more information on what we do, or to view our current portfolio of vacancies, please visit our website.

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