Transport Compliance Manager

Transport Compliance Manager - Slough
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£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. xwwtmva

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