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Transport Manager

North Yorkshire Permanent £49,500 - £60,500 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and efficient Transport Manager for our fast-paced FMCG environment. The ideal candidate should have a knack for managing logistics operations, ensuring efficient delivery of consumer goods.
  • Transport Manager role within a high growth FMCG business.
  • A role where you can develop your skills/accountability.

About Our Client

The organisation is a medium-sized business in the FMCG industry. Known for its commitment to excellence and innovation, the company prides itself on its high-quality consumer goods and its dedication to sustainable practices.

Job Description

  • Plan, manage and evaluate logistics operations liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers, transportation companies and customers
  • Create and implement best practice logistics principles, policies and processes across the organisation to improve operational and financial performance
  • Deliver solutions to logistics problems while maintaining high levels of quality and service within budgetary requirements
  • Monitor quality, quantity, delivery times, and transport costs
  • Negotiate rates and contracts with transportation and logistics providers
  • Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports or exports or customer issues
  • Ensure carrier compliance with company policies or procedures for product transit or delivery
  • Direct distribution center operation to ensure achievement of cost, productivity, accuracy, or timeliness objectives

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Transport Manager' should have:

  • Extensive knowledge of the FMCG industry and transport management
  • Strong organisational skills for route scheduling and logistics
  • Excellent leadership abilities to guide our transport team
  • A solid understanding of reporting and budgeting procedures
  • Exceptional communication and negotiation skills

What's on Offer

  • An attractive salary in the range of £49,500 - £60,500
  • A comprehensive benefits platform
  • A robust pension scheme with potential for increase
  • The opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative FMCG company



If you are a proactive professional with a strong background in transport management, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today to become a part of our dynamic and innovative team.

Contact
Louise McReynolds
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6659961
Phone number
+44 113 388 9054

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Manufacturing
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
North Yorkshire
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Louise McReynolds
Consultant phone
+44 113 388 9054
Job reference
JN-022025-6659961