Job Description
🚚 Job Opportunity: Transport & Logistics Manager 🚚
📍 Location: Manchester
🕒 Type: Full-time
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Transport & Logistics Manager to join our client's growing team. If you’re a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to transport and logistics operations, this role is perfect for you
General Description: The Transport & Logistics Manager will oversee both strategic and day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient use of company resources. You will manage the dispatch and returns process, maintain a safe working environment, and liaise across departments like Technical Operations, Inventory, and Project Management to meet the transport and delivery needs of the business. You’ll also play a key role in maintaining our fleet, ensuring compliance, and leading a team to meet key performance indicator
Key Responsibilities
* Project Coordination: Collaborate with the Projects Team to ensure transportation needs are planned and executed effectively
* Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and manage the Transport and Logistics team, ensuring they meet KPIs
* Logistics Operations: Oversee the dispatch and returns process, ensuring efficient turnaround of returned equipment for hire stock
* Compliance & Regulations: Ensure compliance with vehicle operator regulations, industry standards, and safety procedures
* Communication: Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, external transport providers, and haulage companies
* Cost Efficiency: Analyze transport operations and recommend cost-saving solutions
* Fleet Management: Oversee the maintenance of the company fleet, ensuring vehicles and drivers are compliant
* Team Development: Mentor, coach, and train logistics staff to help them grow within their rol
* Operational Excellence: Continuously improve systems, procedures, and workflows to maintain a high standard of service
Person Specification
* Leadership & Organizational Skills: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
* Commercial Mindset: Ability to apply a strong commercial mindset when making decisions
* ons.Strategic Problem Solver: A hands-on approach to problem-solving with strong strategic thinking
* Attention to Detail: Excellent organizational, administration, and numeracy skills
* Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Health & Safety Knowledge: In-depth understanding of Health & Safety regulations and best practices
* IT Competence: Proficient in IT systems and software
* High Standards: Ability to maintain high standards of delivery under pressure and tight deadlines
* Continuous Improvement: A track record of driving operational excellence and continuous improvement
What We Offer
* Competitive salary & benefits
* Opportunity to lead and shape a growing team
* A collaborative work environment that values initiative and strategic thinking.
💡 If you're ready to take on an exciting and impactful role in transport and logistics, apply now!