Transport Operations Manager – Local Distribution & Fleet

About the role

The Transport Operations Manager leads local distribution, daily transport planning, and fleet operations to ensure efficient, reliable, and cost‑effective delivery of transport services. The role focuses on optimizing capacity, driving performance, and maintaining high levels of customer service while supporting business objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily transport operations, ensuring efficient planning and execution of local distribution activities.
• Oversee fleet operations and transport capacity, guaranteeing optimal vehicle utilisation, service quality, and cost efficiency.
• Monitor and drive operational KPIs to meet customer commitments and business goals.
• Manage customer relationships to ensure high satisfaction and long‑term partnership development.
• Optimize transport planning, routing, and scheduling to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Drive continuous‑improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with transport regulations and company standards.

Required profile

• Proven experience in transport operations, distribution, fleet management, or logistics, including people management.
• Strong understanding of transport planning, routing, capacity management, and fleet operations.
• Experience managing operational KPIs and leading continuous‑improvement projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills with a customer‑focused mindset.