Assistant Transport Manager

Role:Assistant Transport ManageLocation: LeedsSalary: £45,000 - £50,000Sector: Third-Party Logistics (3PL)

Key Responsibilities

• Full operational management of transport activities across multiple customers and contracts
• Lead, develop, and performance-manage transport planners, supervisors, and drivers
• Ensure compliance with all UK transport legislation, including Operator Licence, WTD, and tachograph regulations
• Manage fleet utilisation, route planning, and resource allocation to maximise efficiency and profitability
• Control transport budgets, monitor KPIs, and deliver cost-saving initiatives without compromising service
• Act as the senior operational point of contact for customers, resolving issues and supporting account growth
• Drive continuous improvement projects across safety, service, cost, and sustainability
• Work closely with warehouse, commercial, and senior leadership teams to support wider business objectives

Key Experiences

• Proven experience as a Assistant Transport Manager (or Transport Manager) within a 3PL or contract logistics environment
• Strong working knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate operational teams in a high-pressure environment
• Commercially minded, with experience managing budgets and driving operational efficiencies
• Confident stakeholder manager, able to work with customers and internal teams at all levels
• International CPC - Essential