Transport Manager

Middlesbrough

Salary: £50,000

Reporting to: Head of Supply Chain Operations

Direct Reports: Drivers, Planners, Administrative Staff

Impact Evolve are recruiting on behalf of a leading hardware supplier based in the North East. The company has some amazing growth plans in place for 2025 and are seeking an established Transport Manager to help them drive operations forward.

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on leader to oversee the daily management of thee vehicle fleet, transport operations, and depot network.

The successful candidate will ensure that deliveries are completed on time, efficiently, and fully compliant with safety and operational standards. The Transport Manager will be at the forefront of driving transport efficiency, leading a high-performing team, and supporting the company's ambitious growth plans.

Key Responsibilities:

* This position oversees the company's vehicle fleet and transport planning, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery operations.

* Ensure depots are managed effectively, adhering to operational and safety standards while identifying cost-saving opportunities.

* Lead and develop drivers, planners, and administrative staff, fostering a positive, performance-driven culture.

* Manage the transport department's budget, optimising costs while maintaining high service levels.

* Ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements and lead health and safety initiatives.

* Continuously assess and improve transport processes, implementing technology and strategies to enhance operations.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

* Proven experience in transport management (minimum 3 years)

* Strong understanding of UK vehicle compliance and transport regulations.

* Demonstrated success in leading and developing teams, with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.

* Commercial acumen, able to balance cost efficiency with operational effectiveness.

* Full Clean UK Driving Licence and Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).

* Proficiency in transport management software (TMS) and warehouse management systems (WMS).

Why This Opportunity?

This is a chance to join a forward-thinking, growing company with ambitious plans for the future. As the Transport Manager, you can shape the department, implement process improvements, and drive operational success.

This is the perfect opportunity to see the immediate and lasting impact your efforts will have on a business.

In return for your efforts the company is offering a competitive starting salary, a supportive and driven work environment and tangible opportunities for long term progression.

Impact Evolve is committed to supporting fairness and equality for all employees and applicants. We support and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes age, disability, neurodiversity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

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