Operations Director - Transport

Operations Director - Transport

Chippenham

£120K + additional benefits

We are seeking a strategic and commercially astute Operations Director - Transport Logistics to lead our nationwide logistics operations. With responsibility for the end-to-end transport function, you will drive operational excellence, optimise supply chain efficiency, and lead a high-performing team across multiple depots and transport hubs.

This role is ideal for a dynamic logistics leader with deep expertise in road transport, fleet management, and distribution strategy who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments.

• Strategic Leadership: Shape and execute the company's transport logistics strategy aligned to business objectives and customer service standards.

• Operational Oversight: Oversee the full spectrum of transport operations, including fleet utilisation, route optimisation, and cost control across regional and national networks.

• Team Leadership: Lead, inspire and develop operational teams, including regional managers, depot leads, and logistics planners.

• Performance Management: Set and monitor KPIs across service delivery, safety, compliance, and cost efficiency. Identify areas for improvement and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

• Fleet & Compliance: Ensure full legal and regulatory compliance (e.g., DVSA, O-licence regulations), and manage fleet procurement, maintenance, and renewal programmes.

• Customer Focus: Ensure exceptional service levels for B2B/B2C clients, including on-time delivery, issue resolution, and proactive communication.

• Budget Management: Control a multi-million-pound budget with accountability for P&L performance, cost-saving initiatives, and return on investment.

• Technology & Innovation: Drive the adoption of transport management systems (TMS), telematics, and automation technologies to support data-led decision making.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with internal departments (sales, procurement, warehousing, finance) and external partners

• Proven experience (8+ years) in senior operations leadership within transport logistics or supply chain sectors.

• Demonstrable experience managing large-scale fleets and multi-site transport operations.

• Strong commercial and financial acumen, with a track record of delivering P&L targets and operational efficiencies.

• In-depth knowledge of transport legislation, health & safety standards, and compliance requirements in the UK and/or EU.

• Experienced in implementing TMS, route planning software, and telematics systems.

• Resilient, solutions-oriented leader with exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) National qualification is preferred.

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business or a related field is desirable.

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All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.