Transport Operations Manager
Ref: AS3342164
Dartford, Kent
£60,000
- Permanent
- Fleet Optimisation
- Transport Compliance
- Continuous Improvement
About the candidate
A seasoned transport operations professional based in Dartford, Kent, looking for a permanent opportunity and available to start in two weeks. They bring strong experience across regional logistics, national distribution and FMCG environments, with a clear focus on service delivery, compliance and efficient day-to-day transport operations.
They are confident leading diverse teams, improving driver performance and building a safety-first culture. With a proactive approach to problem-solving and stakeholder management, they are well suited to fast-paced logistics operations where continuous improvement and reliable delivery performance are key.
What makes them great?
- Improved delivery performance: Implemented KPI monitoring that helped increase on-time deliveries by around 20%.
- Reduced operating costs: Delivered around 15% cost reduction through smarter route planning and more efficient fleet management.
- Enhanced accuracy: Supported process improvements that increased delivery accuracy by around 30% through data analysis and operational re-engineering.
Areas of expertise
- Transport operations: Experienced in managing end-to-end transport activity, including planning, resource allocation, fleet management and service delivery.
- Compliance and safety: Strong understanding of DVSA requirements and industry standards, with a focus on embedding safe, compliant working practices.
- Team leadership: Skilled in developing drivers and transport teams through training, performance management and a positive team culture.