Transport Manager
3 days ago
Gillingham
Transport Manager Gillingham Up to £50,000 (depending on experience) 37.5 hours per week + 1 hour lunch (office-based) We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Transport Manager to oversee and lead their logistics and distribution operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business in a fast-paced operational environment. The Role As Transport Manager, you will be responsible for managing the full transport and goods in/out function, ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of goods across the UK and into the EU. You will play a key role in driving operational performance, maintaining compliance, and leading a high-performing team. Key responsibilities include: • Managing day-to-day transport operations, ensuring timely delivery and collections, • Planning delivery schedules, vehicle routing, and logistics coordination, • Overseeing goods in/goods out processes, stock movement, and inventory control, • Managing export logistics to EU destinations, including customs and documentation, • Monitoring performance, service levels, and transport costs, driving efficiencies where possible, • Liaising with freight forwarders, hauliers, and third-party logistics providers, • Leading, developing, and managing the transport and warehouse/logistics team <...