Transport Manager

My client is a leading supplier throughout the UK. Due to continued growth, they are currently seeking a Transport Manager to join their team based in Moira.

This is a Full-Time, permanent position.

Working hours: Monday to Friday 40hours (8.30am-5pm, start time negotiable)

With a salary of £35,000 to £40,000 per annum.

Job Role:

You will be responsible for overseeing and optimising the transport and logistics operations, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and compliant delivery of goods. The role requires a hands-on leader who can manage fleet operations, driver performance, route planning, and regulatory compliance while continuously improving efficiency and service levels.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience in transport management, logistics, or fleet operations within food manufacturing, FMCG, or distribution
• CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) in Transport Management.
• Strong knowledge of transport regulations, compliance (DVSA, Operator License), and health & safety requirements.
• Proven track record in cost control, route optimization, and improving transport efficiency
• Leadership experience, managing and developing driver teams and logistics staff.
• Ability to use Transport Management Systems (TMS) and fleet tracking software.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload with excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of all transport activities, ensuring on-time deliveries and cost efficiency.
• Manage fleet maintenance, servicing, and compliance, ensuring vehicles meet legal and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with Transport legislation (Drivers Regulations, Working Time Directive, and Road Traffic Act) and Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Optimise delivery routes and transport schedules to reduce costs and improve service levels.
• Monitor and improve fuel efficiency, driver performance, and vehicle utilization.
• Ensure working time records are recorded and controlled.
• Ensure all Digi cards and vehicle units are downloaded, and records kept.
• Ensure the availability of transport resources to meet business demands, including peak periods.
• Select, negotiate, and manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and external hauliers.
• Monitor 3PL performance, service levels, and costs, ensuring they meet business needs and customer expectations.
• Implement KPIs and SLAs for external logistics providers, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through carrier consolidation, rate negotiations, and network optimisation.
• Work closely with 3PL providers to manage peak periods, special deliveries, and contingency planning.
• Conduct regular performance reviews with external partners to drive efficiency and reliability.
• Ensure full compliance with transport regulations, DVSA standards, and health & safety laws.
• Maintain up-to-date operator licenses, tachograph records, driver hours, and vehicle inspections.
• Implement best practices in driver safety training, risk assessments, and incident reporting.
• Work closely with external regulatory bodies and auditors to maintain compliance.
• Control transport budgets, analyzing costs and identifying savings opportunities.