Transport Team Manager – Successful Manufacturer

Transport Team Manager – Successful Manufacturer 
Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire 

Looking to take your next step as a Transport Team Manager with a pioneering business? Want to lead an enthusiastic team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? If so, read on. 

The Company: 

Our client is the UK’s fastest growing and most dynamic window and conservatory systems manufacturer. They’re now looking for two talented Transport Team Managers to join their team in Huthwaite. 

The Benefits: 

- Salary of circa £28,000 
- The chance to play a key role in the success of a vital business function 
- Open and honest culture 

As a multi-award winning business, our client values innovation, collaboration and pushing boundaries to deliver the very best results to their customers. 

Now is an incredibly exciting time to join the business as our client grows and evolves and you’ll be enabled to build on your existing knowledge and be a part of something great. 

The Role: 

As the Transport Team Manager, you will manage the delivery and collection of internal and external customers’ products, ensuring they are made on time and in a cost-effective manner. 

In this key role, you’ll lead, motivate and support the Transport Team and work with the Logistics, Manufacturing and Fleet functions to ensure that customer satisfaction is achieved. 

Specifically, you will: 

- Oversee the daily implementation of the transport plan 
- Work with the Planning Team to ensure that the fleet is utilised effectively 
- Recruit new Drivers and ensure that they are fully trained and legally compliant 
- Manage Driver’s hours, rest periods and any infringements 
- Ensure that H&S legislation is adhered to 
- Manage reporting and management information 

About You: 

To be considered, you’ll need: 

- Experience in a team leadership and/or management role, managing drivers and transport staff 
- Previous experience of working within a transport environment 
- Knowledge of transport legislation 
- A high level of IT literacy, including MS Excel, Word and Outlook 
- To be self-motivated and able to work well under pressure 

Ideally, you’ll be a CPC national holder, but this isn’t essential. Experience of Paragon Routing & Scheduling and Microlise systems would also be beneficial. 

Other companies may call this role Transport Team Manager, Transport Team Leader, Logistics Supervisor, Logistics Manager or Transport Planning Manager. 

Our client is eager to hear from candidates who’ve worked as a Transport Supervisor, Senior Transport Planner, Logistics Team Lead or Regional Transport Manager. 

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