Transport Team Manager

GXO Logistics, Inc.

. Lead, motivate and support a team of Transport Coordinators and Drivers .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeCrewe • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £42,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing transport operations, ensuring compliance with transport legislation, and optimizing performance through effective resource allocation and stakeholder communication.

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Transport Operations ManagementPeople LeadershipTransport Legislation ComplianceStakeholder ManagementProblem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Transport OperationsRoute ManagementKPI MonitoringIncident InvestigationCompliance Standards

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationOrganizational SkillsDecision-MakingCalm Under Pressure

Industry Keywords

TransportLogisticsDistributionWorking Time DirectiveDrivers' Hours LegislationTachograph Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, motivate and support a team of Transport Coordinators and Drivers
Create a positive culture focused on safety, accountability, engagement and performance
Manage day-to-day execution of transport operations
Ensure routes depart on time and resources are effectively allocated
Resolve operational challenges quickly and efficiently
Act as a key point of contact for the customer and internal stakeholders
Provide timely updates and manage expectations
Support resolution of operational issues
Ensure compliance with Working Time Directive regulations, Drivers' Hours legislation, tachograph requirements and transport-related operational standards
Monitor service levels, transport KPIs and operational performance
Investigate incidents and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance and customer satisfaction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience within a transport, distribution or logistics environment, ideally in a supervisory or management capacity
Strong people leadership skills, with experience managing drivers and operational teams within a fast-paced environment
Good understanding of transport legislation, compliance requirements and transport operational processes
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to remain calm and effective in a time-critical operation

Benefits

Comp & perks

23.5 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
Company-sponsored pension scheme
Life assurance
Access to a 24/7 online GP service
Comprehensive employee assistance programme
MyBenefits platform
High-street discounts
Cashback schemes
Cycle-to-work options
Wellbeing benefits
Full-time permanent employment
4 on 4 off shift pattern from 18:00 to 06:00