Transport Operations Manager
Location: Berkshire
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum
Industry: FMCG / Foodservice Wholesale & Distribution
Lead, inspire and drive operational excellence
We're delighted to be recruiting for a Transport Operations Manager to join an award-winning, market-leading foodservice wholesaler and distributor based in Berkshire.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a long-established business with a strong reputation for service, quality and operational excellence. As Transport Operations Manager, you'll play a key role in leading a large-scale delivery operation, driving continuous improvement and developing a high-performing transport team.
With responsibility for approximately 100 drivers and numerous delivery routes serving Central London, this is a high-impact role for an experienced transport professional who thrives in a fast-paced, complex distribution environment.
The Role
You will take ownership of the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring the safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery of products to customers across Central London.
You'll lead and develop a strong transport team, drive operational improvements and embed a culture of accountability, performance and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing a large transport operation of approximately 100 drivers and multiple delivery routes.
Ensuring safe, efficient and compliant deliveries into Central London.
Leading change management initiatives to improve operational performance, service levels and efficiency.
Coaching, mentoring and developing a high-performing transport team.
Managing transport KPIs, costs, productivity and delivery performance.
Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, company policies and health and safety standards.
Working closely with warehouse, commercial and senior management teams to optimise the end-to-end operation.
Identifying opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs and enhance customer satisfaction.
About You
We're looking for an experienced, commercially minded transport professional with a proven track record of leading large-scale operations and delivering sustainable change.
You'll ideally have:
A valid Transport Manager CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) - essential.
Proven experience managing a substantial transport operation, ideally within foodservice, FMCG, wholesale, logistics or distribution.
Experience managing approximately 100 drivers or a similarly complex delivery operation.
A strong track record of implementing successful change management initiatives.
Experience coaching, mentoring and developing teams.
Excellent knowledge of transport compliance, operational planning and performance management.
Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
The ability to influence stakeholders, challenge existing processes and drive continuous improvement.
A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
What's on Offer?
You'll be joining a long-established, market-leading FMCG business offering genuine career development, a supportive culture and a strong benefits package, including:
Salary of up to £60,000 per annum.
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more.
Pension with employer matching.
Life cover.
Family health plan and digital GP.
Confidential wellbeing and counselling support.
Retail, travel, cinema and lifestyle discounts.
Earned wage access of up to 20% of your pay before payday.
Option to purchase dental and critical illness cover.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're an experienced Transport professional with a valid CPC, a passion for developing people and a proven ability to deliver operational change, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity.
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