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Regional Transport Operations Manager (Southern Region)
Remote role with extensive travel. Sites in Essex, Wiltshire, Hampshire, Gloucestershire.
Competitive salary + car allowance + benefits
Do you have a passion for transport and logistics and a proven track record of success? Are you looking for a dynamic leadership role where you can make a real impact?
As part of its continued growth journey, this award-winning, sustainability-focused national logistics business is searching for a talented Regional Transport Operations Manager. In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee and optimise all transport operations across the company’s southern region. You will play a key role in ensuring efficient and cost-effective transportation of goods, managing a team of professionals, and implementing strategies to enhance performance, safety, and customer satisfaction – all aligned with our company's strategic goals.
What You'll Do:
* Lead and Optimize: You'll be responsible for leading a team of transport managers, supervisors, and drivers, overseeing daily operations, and implementing strategies to continuously improve efficiency, safety, and customer service.
* Safety First: Your commitment to safety will be paramount. You'll develop and implement safety policies, manage training programs, investigate incidents, and collaborate with other departments to build a best-in-class safety culture across the region.
* Customer Focus: Excellent customer service is key. You'll oversee customer service operations, develop strategies to enhance the customer experience, and manage escalated issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
* People Management: You'll be responsible for talent development within your region. This includes recruitment, retention, performance management, and training. You'll also foster a positive and supportive work environment for your team.
* Financial Acumen: You'll develop and implement strategies to optimise revenue and profitability within your region. This includes budget management, financial analysis, KPI monitoring, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
* Strategic & Analytical: You'll be a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills. You'll develop and implement tactical initiatives, analyse data to identify trends and opportunities, and provide actionable insights to senior management.
Who You Are:
* A seasoned professional with extensive experience in managing transport operations at a senior level.
* Proven track record of leading teams and driving financial performance.
* Experience managing budgets and P&Ls.
* Strong understanding of transport management systems and relevant software applications.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
* A passion for safety, continuous improvement, and building a positive work environment.
* National CPC holder (Essential)
Bonus Points:
* Experience managing in a large site-based transport operation.
* Understanding of central transport functions and supporting local site teams.
* Demonstrated ability to implement process and procedural improvements.
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