Transport Manager

Location: Stoke-On-Trent
Pay: £23.00–£27.00 per hour
Hours: 6:00am – 6:00pm
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off
Assignment: 9 November – 24 December 2026
Duration: 7 weeks

About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Transport Manager to take ownership of transport and despatch operations during the Peak period.This is a key operational leadership position within a busy Parcel Sort Centre. You will be responsible for leading the shift operation, managing Transport Planners, Site Managers and operational teams, and ensuring the work plan is delivered safely, efficiently and on time.

You’ll need to be confident making decisions, managing competing priorities and taking control when operational issues arise.

What You'll Be Doing
Take overall responsibility for the transport and despatch operation on your shift

Lead and coordinate Transport Planners, Site Managers and operational teams

Ensure the daily operational work plan and service commitments are achieved

Oversee transport movements, despatch bays and vehicle departures

Maximise vehicle utilisation and ensure vehicles leave at optimum capacity

Monitor operational performance, KPIs and service levels

Identify and resolve operational issues quickly

Manage contractor driver attendance and escalate no-shows

Ensure strict adherence to planned departure times and operational procedures

Ensure safe, compliant and legal operations across the shift

Manage operational risks, service failures and contingency plans

Ensure the Parcel Sort Centre is clear of all due parcels at the end of the shift

Work closely with internal teams, contractors and senior stakeholders

Provide clear direction and maintain accountability across the shift

What We're Looking ForWe're looking for an experienced transport or logistics professional with strong operational leadership experience.

You'll ideally have:

Experience managing transport, logistics, distribution or despatch operations

Experience leading multiple teams or operational functions

Experience managing or coordinating planners, managers and operational staff

Strong understanding of transport operations, vehicle utilisation and network flows

Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills

The ability to manage performance and hold others accountable

Strong understanding of safety, compliance and operational procedures

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Confidence working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Good IT and Microsoft Office skills

Previous experience in transport management, transport control, logistics management, haulage, parcel operations, network operations or a similar senior operational environment would be highly desirable.

What's on Offer?
£23–£27 per hour

4 days on / 4 days off

6:00am – 6:00pm

Fixed 7-week Peak assignment

Senior operational responsibility

Opportunity to lead a high-volume transport and distribution operation

Fast-paced environment during the busiest period of the year

Ready for the challenge?If you're an experienced transport professional who can take control, make decisions and keep an operation moving under pressure, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed