Transport Manager

Recruiting now for a Transport Manager to plan and control a fleet of Vans and Drivers.About the Transport Manager Role:

• Monday to Friday - No weekends
• 40 hours per week, between 7.30am-5pm
• Salary is £35K per annum + Bonus of up to £1500 per annum
• 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Permanent role
• Based near Cirencester (own transport required due to location)

• Managing a fleet of up to 10 vans and drivers
• Liaise and manage third party logistics companies
• Responsible for day-to day planning of the operation to ensure sufficient resource is in place
• Manage the performance and compliance of the vans and drivers
• Lead and develop the Transport team with a focus on communication, engagement, training and regular feedback
• Responsible for the implementation and control of the Health & Safety standards across the site
• Reporting and completion of relevant documentation
• Support the senior management team with daily management of performance management v's SLA, budgeting & cost control and forward planning

• Clean UK driving licence is essential
• Proven experience of managing or supervising a fleet of vans in a fast paced environment
• Knowledge of Driving Working Time regulations & Compliance managerment
• National CPC Road Haulage qualification is highly desirable or a willingness to study for it.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook & Teams