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Assistant Transport Manager

Kettering, gbFull-time£40k2026-10-14 → 2026-11-11

Core

Manage 24/7 transport operations, depot staff, and fleet maintenance to ensure product delivery within service levels and budget constraints.

Role type

Assistant Transport Manager (Logistics)

Builds

Daily product deliveries to customers via road transport fleet

Domain

FMCG / Food Supply Chain / Road Transport

Required skills

Team management, Traffic planning, Fleet maintenance oversight, Budget control, Regulatory compliance (tachograph/driving rules), Supplier auditing, KPI monitoring, Problem solving

Preferred skills

FMCG supervisory experience, Numeracy, IT skills (Microsoft Office), Communication

Technologies

Microsoft Office, Vehicle passports, Tachograph systems

Responsibilities

Manage depot transport staff to execute traffic plans, Ensure fleet availability and compliance with MOT/service intervals, Monitor and control transport costs and fuel budgets, Communicate with 3rd party hauliers regarding defects, Attend customer review meetings, Support implementation of service improvements, Deputise for the Transport Manager

Seniority

Mid-level Manager