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Transport Manager

Company:
Menzies Distribution Solutions
Location:
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Posted:
November 10, 2025
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Description:

Transport Manager

Menzies Distribution are currently looking for a Transport Manager to join our busy team based in Scunthorpe. We're looking for someone with a smart approach and previous people management skills, who will be able to blend in to a small 'in plant' team to successfully manage the operation of the contract.

The Details:

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 Depending on Experience

Monday to Friday Days

Hours: 07:30 - 17:30

Hours Per Week: 40

Free Parking Onsite

Monthly Pay

Key Duties and Accountabilities (Will include but not be limited to)

Allocating and managing staff resources according to changing needs of the operation with the ability to provide adequate cover at a planning level;

Ensure effective and efficient use of driver and vehicle resources.

Ensuring customer requirements are administered in a timely, controlled and recorded manner within the transport operation.

Consider the operational movements in the context of the Menzies network and seek opportunities to reduce empty running and improve efficiency.

Complete periodic reviews of the delivery schedule in line with all customers strategic changes.

Ensure all fleet assets are serviced and make sure they have MOT in line with requirements and all paperwork and systems updated in a timely manner.

Analysing data to monitor performance and plan improvements.

Promote effective and efficient standards of work, in order to comply with UK and EU laws and regulations and Health & Safety legislation.

Uphold highest standards of Health & Safety ensuring all inductions and regular training is completed and logged.

Ensure the transport planning operations are in line with budgeted costs and achieve all contractual KPI's

Preparing and submitting various KPI reports.

Be proactive in achieving improved fuel efficiency and better MPG.

Manage tacho-graph infringements to full compliance.

Ensure all aspects of maintenance (tyre checks, servicing, MOT etc.,) is compliant to the maintenance manual and the law.

Complete accident reports and be able to update risk assessments, contributing to a positive safety culture.

Support the personal development of all people employed on the contract. Carry out performance reviews with the operational management team identifying training needs.

Create an effective working environment building a diverse, well balanced team.

To ensure all sub-contractors and suppliers are authorised and provide the most cost effective operational solution.

Create a positive working environment with a culture of continuous improvement and exceeding customer expectations.

Investigate all personal and vehicle accidents in line with Company procedures.

Be responsible for driver recruitment, training and retention.

Key Experience and Qualifications:

Comprehensive knowledge of Driver Hours and WTD regulations

Good financial experience of running a transport operation.

Ability to manage and lead people.

Previous Management experience either in logistics or other similar field.

CPC qualification

Experience of working within the transport industry

Good IT skills

Good understanding of Transport Regulations.

IOSH desirable.

Technical Skills and Behavioural Competencies:

Strong organisational skills for planning schedules and loads.

Excellent budget handling skills

Good geographical knowledge

Ability to think logically

Ability to work flexibly and make decisions quickly

Good leadership and motivational skills

Excellent communications skills and the ability to deal with people at all levels.

Good spoken and written communication skills.

Strong presentation skills

Good organisational and time management skills

Benefits

Time For You: Relax with 33 days of holiday inclusive of bank holidays.

Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.

Appreciating You & Others: Celebrate special moments with Value Awards! Driver of the Year Awards, with 3 days paid leave for our finalists, including a fun

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