Senior Transport General Manager (Multi Site)

Job Opportunity: Senior Transport General Manager (Multi-Site).

Company: Leading 3PL Provider.

Salary: £80,000 to £90,000 + Car / Allowance, 20% Bonus & Package.

Location: Staffordshire / Midlands.

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving excellence in logistics and supply chain operations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Client Overview:

Loom Talent have partnered with a well-known 3PL provider, renowned for its commitment to delivering top-notch logistics solutions in the fast-moving world of Third-Party Logistics across many sectors including; FMCG, Retail, E-Commerce & Haulage.

As a key player in the industry, they pride themselves on a commitment to delivering excellence service, now seeking a Senior Transport General Manager to own the end-to-end group sector Transport function.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Senior Transport General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing end to end operations, leading multi-site Transport operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a Transport team of over 300 employees across key DC locations, encompassing over 500+ vehicles.
• Lead the National Planning agenda through a team of 6 planning experts.
• Assume responsibility for the Transport Health & Safety, Driver Training & Risk Assessors.
• Responsible for an annual budget of c. £50m per year.
• Lead all operational H&S, Compliance and Fleet Maintenance agendas across the National Transport operations.
• Ensuring seamless coordination and optimisation of logistics operations from an internal synergy and Continuous Improvement perspective within an Open Book environment.
• Implementing best practices whilst ensuring sufficient usage of the TMS & Planning platforms.
• To help support and develop individuals, provide developmental opportunities within the business.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate for the Senior Transport General Manager position will possess:

• A Logistics Distribution & Supply Chain Background - Essential.
• A CPC National / International qualification, demonstrating your deep understanding of transportation regulations – Essential.
• 5+ Years Transport General Management experience within a 3PL / FMCG or Retail environment – Essential.
• Proven experience in managing Open / Closed Book operations consisting of headcount north of +250, and 400+ assets – Essential.
• Previous budget management of +£30m - Essential.
• A true passion for people development, providing excellent service and Continuous Improvement.
• Proven experience in dealing with Unions - Advantageous.
• A proven history of strong leadership abilities, whilst fostering a culture of excellence and an ability to identify and develop talent within - Essential.
• Lean Six Sigma / Prince2 accreditations – Advantageous.
• Commutable to the Staffordshire and surrounding areas 4- 5 days per week - Essential.

Salary & Package:

• Salary - £80,000 to £90,000.
• Company Car / Car Allowance.
• Company Bonus Scheme (20%).
• 25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays.
• Pension Contributions.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Death in Service Cover.
• Plus additional company benefits.

How to Apply:

Please apply to the advert or share your CV with me directly - m.simpson@loomtalent.co.uk

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