Transport Operations Manager

Company description:GXO Logistics Supply Chain Inc.Job description:Ready to lead a high-profile transport operation and make a real impact every single day?We're looking for a dynamic Transport Operations Manager to join our Sainsbury's operation in Dartford. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a fast-paced, 24/7 transport environment, leading large teams, driving performance, and delivering exceptional service for one of the UK's leading retailers.As a key leader within the operation, you'll inspire and develop Transport Team Managers, Drivers, and Support Teams, creating a culture built on safety, engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement. From fleet performance and operational excellence to people development and customer satisfaction, you'll be at the heart of keeping the network moving.This is a full time, permanent position for contracted hours of 40 per week. Working any 5 days out of 7, between the hours of 06:00 to 18:00 (flexibility required for business needs, due to being a 24/7 operation including weekends).Pay, benefits and more:Were looking to offer a salary of up to £52,500 per annum , and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, life assurance and access to our benefits platform, including retail discounts!What youll do on a typical day:Lead the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring smooth, safe and efficient delivery across the siteManage and inspire teams of drivers, shunters and Transport Team Managers to hit productivity and performance targetsChampion a culture of safety, teamwork and development, putting colleague wellbeing firstDrive performance and continuous improvement, delivering against KPIs, budgets and customer expectationsBuild strong stakeholder relationships while ensuring full compliance with legal, operational and customer requirementsWhat you need to succeed at GXO:People-first leader with experience in culture change and strong employee relations knowledge (including Trade Union exposure)Driven and proactive, with a passion for continuous improvement in a transport operation (International CPC qualification required, NEBOSH would be a great advantage too!)Calm under pressure, able to maintain high standards while delivering to tight deadlines and cost targetsStrong communicator and relationship builder, confident working with both internal and external stakeholdersOrganised and adaptable, with excellent time management and the ability to lead and deliver change effectivelyTech-savvy, able to use systems and IT to improve operational performanceWe engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.#LI-AG1TPBN1_UKTJ