Transport Manager

About the role Transport Manager | Logistics & Fleet Operations

Location: Bredbury, Stockport, Greater Manchester

Make our journey, your journey

Are you an experienced Transport Manager with a background in logistics, fleet management, distribution or food service operations?

We're looking for a Transport Manager to lead our busy transport operation, making sure customer deliveries are completed safely, efficiently and on time while maintaining high standards of compliance, customer service and team performance.

As a key member of the site management team, you'll lead the transport department, develop a high-performing team and identify opportunities to improve service, safety and operational efficiency.

For over 50 years, R Noone & Son has supplied high-quality fresh fruit, vegetables, prepared produce and dry store ingredients to restaurants, universities and catering customers across the North West.

Based in Stockport, R Noone & Son is part of the wider Bidfresh group. This means you'll work within an established local business known for its personal service and fresh produce expertise, while benefiting from the strength, support and career opportunities of one of the UK’s leading fresh food businesses.

Transport and Logistics Operations

• Lead and manage all aspects of the transport department.
• Manage the company vehicle fleet, maximising vehicle availability and utilisation.
• Optimise route planning, delivery schedules and transport resources.
• Monitor transport performance and take action to address operational issues.
• Work closely with warehouse, inbound, outbound, sales, customer service, HR and operational teams.
• Attend operational meetings and act as the main point of contact for transport-related matters.
• Deputise for senior management when required.

• Manage compliance with transport legislation, company policies and operating procedures.
• Manage driver hours, Working Time Directive requirements and tachograph compliance.
• Maintain complete and accurate fleet, driver and transport records.
• Monitor driver holidays, sickness, attendance and associated records.
• Manage agency driver records and weekly driver hour calculations.
• Oversee vehicle inspections, defect reporting and planned maintenance schedules.
• Ensure transport audits are completed and any resulting actions are addressed.
• Maintain accurate compliance documentation and ensure records are audit-ready.

• Deliver consistently high customer service standards.
• Resolve delivery and customer service issues quickly and professionally.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Promote a right-first-time approach across all transport activities.
• Ensure the transport team represents R Noone & Son and Bidfresh professionally.

• Promote a strong culture of health, safety and employee wellbeing.
• Ensure Safe Systems of Work, risk assessments and company procedures are followed.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses and vehicle damage.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent incidents from recurring.
• Ensure drivers receive appropriate training in health and safety, safe working practices, food safety and operational procedures.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance standards are maintained.

• Lead, motivate and develop drivers and transport colleagues.
• Complete inductions, training, coaching and performance reviews.
• Manage attendance, absence, wellbeing and employee performance.
• Handle disciplinary, grievance and investigation processes in line with company procedures.
• Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable for performance and conduct.
• Build a positive team culture focused on safety, teamwork and excellent service.
• Monitor employee engagement and implement improvements where required.

• Manage transport costs in line with agreed budgets.
• Monitor and report on transport KPIs and service levels.
• Analyse operational data and investigate the root causes of performance issues.
• Identify and implement improvements that reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the transport operation.

• Previous experience as a Transport Manager, Logistics Manager, Distribution Manager, Fleet Manager or in a similar transport leadership role.
• Experience managing drivers and transport teams within a…