Transport Manager at Tradefix Direct in Luton

Transport Manager

Location: Luton · Site-based only

Jewson a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, is on the hunt for a Transport Manager to join the team in our flagship Luton branch, who's as passionate about great service as we are.

We provide a fulfilling and enjoyable work environment with ample opportunities for career growth, along with a competitive salary, staff discount, life assurance, and 33 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).

Location: Jewson, 226 Dallow Rd, Luton, LU1 1YB.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, broadly 7:00am to 5:00pm, with flexibility around the exact working hours and 1 in 3 Saturdays 8am - 12pm

What You'll Be Doing

This is a hands-on operational role, with responsibility for managing the day-to-day transport operation and helping establish the new hub ahead of launch.

• Leading day-to-day transport operations and administration.
• Managing an fleet of 6 trucks and 1 van, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operations.
• Planning and scheduling deliveries to ensure customers receive their orders on time and to the required service level.
• Planning efficient delivery routes and making sure transport resources are used effectively.
• Building strong working relationships with drivers, suppliers, customers and external transport partners.
• Helping establish effective transport processes, systems and operational standards.
• Overseeing driver compliance, including tachograph checks, defect reporting, PMIs and vehicle service bookings.
• Ensuring vehicles, drivers and transport activities meet all relevant legal and company requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of Health & Safety, with a strong focus on driver safety, vehicle checks and operational compliance.
• Monitoring transport performance and identifying opportunities to improve service, efficiency and customer experience.
• Working closely with colleagues across the business to ensure the hub operates effectively from launch.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in transport, logistics, fleet management or a similar operational environment.
• Previous experience managing commercial vehicle fleets and transport operations.
• A strong understanding of transport legislation, compliance and Health & Safety requirements.
• Experience managing small to medium-sized fleets.
• Knowledge of driver compliance, vehicle checks, tachographs, defects and servicing requirements.
• Experience planning deliveries and managing delivery performance.
• Previous people management experience, with the ability to recruit, develop and motivate a team.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the Stockport and wider regional area.
• Good IT skills and the ability to work confidently with transport systems and administration.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• A proactive, flexible and enthusiastic approach.
• Experience within the builders' merchant, civils, construction supply, infrastructure or distribution sector would be advantageous.
• Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems and building an effective operation from the outset.

What's In It For You

• Discretionary bonus.
• A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday purchase, discounted gym membership, car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare and more.
• Access to health and wellbeing support, including online GP appointments and mental health services.
• Generous employee discounts.
• Discounts with hundreds of leading high street and online retailers.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• 34 days' holiday including bank holidays.
• Monday to Friday working pattern with no Saturday requirement.
• Excellent opportunities for career development.

Why Choose Us?

Quality - We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations.

Supportive Environment - Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel.

Professional Development - We are invested in your success! Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programs designed to elevate your career.

What's Next

If your application is successful, our Talent team will reach out to arrange an interview and answer any questions you may have. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout the application and interview process.