Transport Manager

Transport Manager

Corby, Northamptonshire

£50,000 + Benefits

Newman Stewart is partnering with a growing, operationally focused business seeking to appoint a Transport Manager to take full ownership of a critical function within the organisation.

This is a high-impact leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape, improve and transform a transport operation that currently represents the business’s largest cost centre. We are looking for a commercially astute and driven leader who can deliver measurable improvements across efficiency, cost control and operational performance.

The Role

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will assume full responsibility for the transport department, driving standards, accountability and operational discipline. You will lead all aspects of transport operations, including planning, fleet performance, driver management and compliance, while identifying and delivering tangible cost-saving initiatives.

This is not an administrative role. It requires a hands-on, results-driven individual capable of making decisive changes and embedding a high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring effective planning, scheduling and delivery

* Improve fleet utilisation, route efficiency and overall service performance

* Drive cost reduction initiatives across fuel, maintenance and operational inefficiencies

* Strengthen preventative maintenance and reduce downtime and repeat issues

* Lead, manage and develop a large driver workforce, improving accountability and standards

* Ensure full compliance with all transport legislation and operator licence requirements

* Introduce structure, reporting and performance metrics to support ongoing improvement

The Candidate

We are seeking a proven transport leader with the credibility and capability to influence at senior level and deliver change within a fast-paced environment.

You will demonstrate:

* Significant experience in a senior transport management role

* Strong commercial awareness, with a track record of reducing costs and improving efficiency

* Deep understanding of fleet operations, route planning and driver management

* Excellent knowledge of compliance and operator licence obligations

* A confident, accountable leadership style with the ability to drive standards

* CPC Transport Manager qualification

Experience within waste management, recycling, logistics or heavy transport is highly advantageous.

How to apply

This is a genuine opportunity to take ownership of a key business function and deliver visible, measurable impact. The business is at an important stage of growth and change, and this role will play a central part in shaping its future operational performance. We welcome applications from interested parties. All submissions will be reviewed, and suitable candidates will be contacted directly.

About Us

Newman Stewart is a boutique executive search firm, delivering high-performing candidates to high-profile and mission-critical assignments. With a proven track record of success globally, we are the recruitment partner of choice to many blue chip, medium and small organisations, providing Executive Search, Management Selection and Psychometric Assessment Services to its clients.