Transport Compliance Manager

Slough, Berkshire Source: WhatJobs

£55,000–£60,000

Transport Compliance Manager - Slough

£55,000-£60,000 + benefits

Loom Talent are delighted to be supporting a leading logistics business with the appointment of a Transport Compliance Manager at their Slough operation.

This is a key operational leadership role, responsible for the safe, compliant and efficient running of the transport operation, while leading a team and driving improvements across service, cost and performance.

The successful candidate will be a confident transport professional who enjoys being close to the operation, understands the demands of a fast-paced environment and can lead from the front.

The Role

Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring a safe, compliant and efficient service.
Lead, manage and develop the transport team, creating a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Oversee route planning and fleet utilisation, ensuring routes operate within legal, operational and customer requirements.
Monitor key transport KPIs including OTIF, service levels, vehicle utilisation and driver performance.
Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, company policies and health & safety requirements.
Work closely with warehouse, planning and wider operational teams to resolve issues and maintain service levels.
Manage vehicle maintenance, repairs and external transport suppliers, minimising downtime and controlling costs.
Investigate service failures, delivery discrepancies and operational issues, putting effective corrective actions in place.
Drive improvements across the operation, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, customer service and cost performance.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Transport Compliance Manager with a strong operational background and proven leadership experience.

Essential:

Management CPC
Proven experience managing a transport operation within logistics, distribution, FMCG or contract logistics.
Strong people management and leadership experience.
A good understanding of transport compliance, legislation and operational best practice.
Experience managing fleet, drivers and transport KPIs.
A hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

Previous experience managing airside transport operations.
Experience within aviation, freight, airport logistics or other highly regulated transport environments.
Experience working within a multi-user / contract logistics operation.

What's on Offer?

A senior operational position with a well-established logistics business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of a key transport operation and make a genuine impact across people, performance and service.

£55,000-£60,000 + benefits, depending on experience.

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