Sunlit Transport Ltd

One of the Road Transport Companies, are looking for a dedicated and ambitious Transport Manager. An experienced and organised Transport Manager or person who have experience working as a Transport Administrator is required to co-ordinate the delivery of goods to venues within UK, strong administration skills are need for this role. As a Transport Manager, you should have experience in the following responsibilities : • Management • Managing Transport Administrator and office clerks. • Laisoning with clients and answering their queries on deliveries and invoices. • Route Planning : Efficiently plan and optimise transportation routes to maximise efficiency and minimise costs. • Dispatch Coordination : Coordinate with drivers and dispatchers to ensure timely pickups and deliveries while maintaining clear communication. • Documentation : Maintain accurate records of shipments, invoices and other essential documents. • Customer Service : Provide exception customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues and maintaining strong client relationships. • Safety Compliance : Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, including driver logs, vehicle inspections and certifications. • Inventory Management : Oversee inventory and warehouse management ensuring accurate stock levels and organised storage. • Reporting : Generate regular reports on transportation metrics and operational KPIs. • Team Leadership : Supervise drivers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. • Office Operations : Oversee day-to-day office operations, including procurement, facilities management and vendor relationships. • Process Improvement : Identify opportunities for process optimisation and efficiency enhancements. Major duties include • Delivering high quality transportation solutions for a wide range of customers • Liaising extensively with customers and suppliers to ensure customer needs are met • Ensuring that transportation activities are in accordance with customer service requirements • Tracking loads through to delivery and providing customers with updates • Identifying saving opportunities through consolidating loads where possible • Communicating with shippers and suppliers to ensure maximisation or container The successful candidate will have • Previous experience working in a transport department. • Knowledge of transport compliance requirements for both vehicles and drivers. • Knowledge of the fleet and transport management • Knowledge of route planners such as Descartes. • Strong understanding of warehouse, fleet and transport • Proficiency in Microsoft Office. • Ability to manage comprehensive reviews • Understanding of warehouse methods, costs and benefits • Strong problem solving skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Negotiation skills and management of third-party vendors / carriers • Ability to work independently and in a team environment • Strong organizational skills and time management skills • Ability to manage supervisory duties and performance review. • Customer service orientation • Flexibility and adaptability to change priorities and demands.