Save JobEmail job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsA rare opportunity to join a growing Transport Solutions ProviderA really exciting role to create and deliver operations process improvementsAbout Our ClientMy client is a growing 3PL who are based within the Avonmouth - Bristol Area. They are within the Logistics Distribution and Supply chain sector. This is a very rare exciting opportunity however you must be within a realistic commute to Bristol.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities of the Transport ManagerThe role will co-ordinate the customer's requirements ensuring customer satisfaction and procedural conformance whilst ensuring contractual obligations are met and timely reporting of relevant KPI and financial informationManagement of a team of 200 drivers plus agency and support staff along with fleet, compliance and all transport equipment in an ever changing environment whilst meeting daily KPI and service requirements.Responsible for managing change positively and effectively by pro-actively managing operational planning and changing customer requirements.To ensure that the transport function is legally compliant by ensuring correct compliance processes are in place, and monitored within the O-licence regulationsTake responsibility for health and safety and the co-ordination of associated activities.Ensure a customer focused approach whilst being responsive to customer requirements. Create excellence in customer relationship management by improving the service offered.To ensure absence and holiday cover is in place for the role and also assist in absentee and holiday cover where required.To ensure good quality communication with the customers on a day to day basis and to deliver any agreed actions required to keep the operation efficient.The Successful ApplicantThe successful Transport Manager will have the following attributes:Have experience working in a similar role, dealing with drivers on a daily basisTransport ExperienceProven track record in process improvement in Cost, OTIF and Driver EngagementHave strong knowledge of all relevant transport legislation and be able to hold the O' licenceHave an awareness of planning softwareBe a strong people managerUnderstand planning software ideally ParagonHave strong passion for the role and drive to make changeHold an International CPCLive within commutable distance of Bristol.What's on OfferFor the successful Transport Manager you will receive;Salary - £55,000 - £60,000Company Car or Car Allowance Private Health Care (single)Holidays 25 + Bank HolidaysPension Matched up to 6%Life AssuranceContactLaura FrostQuote job refJN-112022-5834366Phone number+44 117 906 5521Job summaryJob functionLogisticsSubsectorTransport ManagementSectorTransport & DistributionLocationAvonmouthContract typePermanentConsultant nameLaura FrostConsultant phone+44 117 906 5521Job referenceJN-112022-5834366