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Transport Operations Manager 

MUST HAVE knowledge of the Airfreight distribution sector 

We are recruiting for an experienced Transport Operations Manager to join a leading Blue-Chip Airfreight Transport operation based at Heathrow. 
 
The successful Transport Operations Manager will manage a team of 5/6 and circa 40 trucks.
 
Reporting directly to the UK Transport Manager, the Transport Operations Manager will be the first point of contact for Customers and main hauliers, with a strong focus on planning, customer satisfaction, communication and overall responsibility for Transport operations.
 
Principal Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring a coherent interface between every area of the operation to ensure efficiency and effectiveness 
Motivate and develop planners to equip them with the skills to manage their teams of drivers 
Ensure compliance with all Transport legislations and Health & Safety requirements 
Be responsible for communication throughout the transport operation 
Propose and implement changes to the operation to improve efficiency and/or levels of performance 
Ensure a secure and safe environment for team members and assets 
Achieve efficiency through managing planning & controlling staff on a daily basis, and an ongoing basis through objectives 
Manage a team of c.80 drivers, along with planning teams. 
Ensuring key performance Indicators (KPIs) are achieved, including compliance, service and financial targets 
Ensuring compliance with statutory and Company safety standards Person Specification

5+ years transport management experience in a multi-site environment 
Good working knowledge of the Airfreight distribution sector 
An effective communicator at all levels with the personal motivation and confidence to have a positive impact throughout the group  Significant experience of developing teams within a similar logistics operation would be desirable 
Professional, approachable and helpful to ensure smooth running of the general operation 
Confident Manager, skilled at setting clear objectives and motivating teams 
Highly tolerant of change, being able to work with an evolving organisation 
Able to thrive in a highly competitive and demanding environment 
Able to work efficiently across the business and functional boundaries 
Commercially focussed 
Quality orientated and customer service driven 
National/International CPC holder (Essential) Annual Salary £50,000.00 negotiable for the right candidate 

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