Job Description As the Transport Manager you will be responsible for the full Transport function at site. The transport operation will encompass both sub contracted operations and own fleet management. The position will take ownership of the transport budget and will seek to drive the profitability of the operation. You will take a proactive approach in order to fully engage any new initiatives at the depot, ensuring the integration of projects is successful in line with business needs. Key Duties of a Transport Manager: Managing the day to day transport operation, communicating with sub-contractors and controlling drivers, administrators and planners employed. Effective planning and utilisation of drivers and sub-contract haulage for deliveries. Managing the operation, in a safe and legal manner, with regard to maintenance, driver hours and the legal operation of a road fleet. Interfacing with the sites customers, and dealing with sub contract partners. Liaising with the warehouse operations team, to ensure customer service levels are maintained. Maintaining, creating and updating spreadsheets and databases for KPI reports. Reporting problems and dealing with any issues and queries that may arise. Seeking opportunities to drive the transport operation forward.