Senior Transport Operations Leader — Budget, People & Innovation

Unipart Technologies Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in England is seeking an individual to lead the Transport Department, ensuring optimal delivery and development of transportation solutions. You will focus on compliance, performance management, and customer relationships while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have expertise in contract and people management, strong leadership skills, and necessary certifications. This role includes a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to influence company operations positively.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Pension

Bonus

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing support

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing transport contracts and teams.
• High level of numeracy and commercial focus.
• Ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Transport Department and ensure operational excellence.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and manage performance.
• Interface with major customers for service delivery.

Skills

Professional and confident communication skills

Leadership and motivational qualities

Negotiating skills

Planning and organising skills

Problem solving

Contract and people management

Education

National CPC certification

International CPC certification (advantage)

Job description

A leading logistics provider in England is seeking an individual to lead the Transport Department, ensuring optimal delivery and development of transportation solutions. You will focus on compliance, performance management, and customer relationships while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have expertise in contract and people management, strong leadership skills, and necessary certifications. This role includes a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to influence company operations positively.