Transport manager

Transport Manager

Location: Crawley
Department: Transport & Operations
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Transport Manager to join our Operations team in Crawley.

This is a key role responsible for the day-to-day management, compliance and performance of a fleet of 30+ vehicles
, ensuring the operation runs safely, efficiently and cost-effectively.

Reporting to the Head of Logistics
, you will lead and support the transport team, drive operational performance and ensure the business continues to meet all Operator Licence, legal and company compliance requirements.

• Manage the day-to-day operation of a fleet of 30+ vehicles
  , maximising utilisation and efficiency.
• Maintain Operator Licence compliance
  , fleet records and all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Manage route planning, balancing operational efficiency with driver welfare
  ..
• Manage costs, resource planning and third-party suppliers, including invoice checking and verification.
• Monitor KPIs and provide regular operational and financial updates to senior management.
• Manage PCNs, fines, charges and tolls.
• Conduct internal audits and prepare compliance reports.
• Ensure drivers maintain appropriate training and qualifications, including CPC and safety training
  .
• Work closely with Operations and other teams to identify and deliver continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong working relationships with maintenance providers and suppliers.

You will be an experienced transport professional with a strong understanding of UK transport legislation, fleet compliance and logistics planning
.

We are looking for someone who is:

• An experienced Transport Manager with 3-5 years' relevant experience
  .
• Confident managing fleet operations and transport compliance.
• A strong leader and communicator who can motivate and engage a team.
• Highly organised, commercially aware and comfortable working under pressure.
• A proactive problem solver with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Confident analysing operational data and using it to make informed decisions.
• Experienced with route planning and fleet management systems.

• Valid Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Road Transport.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proven experience in transport management and logistics planning.
• Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance.
• Experience managing route planning and fleet management software.
• Experience implementing and maintaining health and safety procedures.

• IOSH qualification.
• Experience with Descartes or similar routing software.
• Experience with digital fleet management.
• Knowledge of Net Suite ERP
  .