Transport Manager

Leadership Role | High-Impact Position
Are you an experienced Transport Manager who is ready to take the next step in your career?
Do you have a strong track record of leading transport teams, driving operational standards and delivering excellent customer service - and are you now looking for an opportunity that could further develop your career?
If you are a motivated, results-driven and commercially aware transport professional with ambition and passion for what you do, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
The position is based in Reading.
The Opportunity
A highly successful and growing international organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Transport Manager to play a key role within its transport operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transport professional who is ready to broaden their responsibilities and develop their leadership capability.
You will be actively involved in leading the transport operation, developing people, improving performance and ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance and customer service.
For the right individual, this role offers a fantastic platform to accelerate your career within a business that invests heavily in its people and leadership talent. You will be fully supported to develop any further personal and professional qualifications you wish to undertake.
About the Business
Our client is part of a dynamic and financially secure international organisation operating at the forefront of the UK service sector.
Every day the business supports organisations that impact the lives of millions of people across the UK, delivering essential services with a relentless focus on quality and customer experience.
The company also holds Gold EcoVadis status, placing it among the top 5% of over 125,000 companies globally for sustainability and responsible business practices.
People are at the heart of everything they do, and they are committed to building an environment where talented individuals can develop, grow and succeed.
The Role
As Transport Manager, you will lead the day-to-day transport operation, working closely with the management team to ensure it runs safely, efficiently and to the highest operational standards.
Key areas of focus include:
· Leading, motivating and developing a high-performing transport team
· Managing day-to-day transport operations and driver performance
· Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, Health & Safety requirements and operational standards
· Supporting effective planning, scheduling and resource allocation
· Monitoring fleet and transport performance and identifying opportunities for improvement
· Driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement
· Delivering exceptional levels of customer service
· Supporting the management team with operational and commercial objectives
· Dealing proactively with operational issues and ensuring appropriate corrective action is taken
· Creating a positive, professional and high-accountability team culture
· Supporting the development and implementation of improved processes and ways of working
· Taking increasing responsibility as your experience and capability develops
This is a high-visibility role where your ability to lead from the front, organise effectively and drive results will make a real difference.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Transport Manager.
You will bring:
· Proven experience supervising or leading a transport operation
· Strong knowledge of transport operations and driver management
· A genuine passion for operational excellence and customer service
· Strong leadership and people-management skills
· The confidence to make decisions and take ownership of operational issues
· A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
· Good commercial awareness and an understanding of operational costs and performance
· Strong communication and organisational skills
· The ambition and desire to progress into a Transport Management role
A CPC Transport Manager qualification is a prerequisite.
Experience with budgets, fleet performance, compliance or Health & Safety would also be beneficial, along with qualifications such as NEBOSH or IOSH.
Why This Role Stands Out
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Transport Manager who is ready to build a long-term career within a successful international organisation.
You will benefit from:
· Being part of a successful international group
· A people-first culture where leadership is valued
· The opportunity to develop your leadership and commercial skills
· The chance to influence, improve and shape the transport operation
· Support and investment in your professional development
· Working within a business committed to sustainability and long-term growth
Ready for the Next Step?
If you are an experienced Transport Manager and is looking for an organisation that will invest in your potential, we would love to hear from you.

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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