Transport Manager
23 hours ago
£38000–£39000 yearly
Full-time
Colnbrook, Slough
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.
