Transport Manager

Overview

Leads transport operations, haulier negotiations, budget & safety for Kronospan.

Key Responsibilities

• budget management
• regulatory compliance
• transport planning
• process improvement
• health & safety
• haulier negotiations

Tasks

-Oversee a significant transport budget, ensuring financial efficiency and control. -Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory obligations relating to transport and logistics. -Direct and develop the transport planning and time slot management systems to maximise performance. -Drive operational excellence, continuously reviewing processes to improve service, safety, and efficiency. -Take full responsibility for health and safety standards across transport and warehousing activities. -Provide strong leadership, coaching, and development to the transport and warehouse teams. -Lead haulier negotiations to secure dependable and cost-efficient partnerships, ensuring capacity for the department’s increasing demand. Manage and optimise both internal and external transport operations.

Requirements

• transport planner
• transport planning
• transporeon
• leadership
• commercial acumen
• communication

What You Bring

-Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. -At least 5 years’ experience within a large-scale logistics or distribution environment, ideally with proven experience within a transport management or senior transport planner role. -Solid understanding of transport planning systems and time slot management platforms. -Strong commercial acumen with experience in managing and negotiating with hauliers. -Transporeon or Paragon experience would be highly advantageous -Inspirational leader with the ability to motivate teams and foster a culture of continuous improvement. -Demonstrable experience in budget control and cost optimisation. -Excellent knowledge of transport legislation, compliance, and health & safety requirements.

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Benefits

-Competitive salary and benefits package. -Opportunity to shape and influence a key area of the business. -A supportive environment that values innovation, efficiency, and safety. -Career progression and professional development opportunities.

About Kronospan

-Produces laminates, particle boards, MDF, and flooring. -Serves industries such as furniture, construction, and interior design. -Provides innovative solutions with advanced manufacturing technology. -Commits to high-quality, eco-friendly products enhancing everyday living.

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