Transport Operations Manager - Military veterans preferred

2025-07-25
DHL (https://group.dhl.com/en.html)
Other

/yr

  full-time   employee


Birmingham
United Kingdom

Application closing date: 1st Aug

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

The Transport Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the transportation operations to ensure efficient and effective delivery of goods. This role involves strategic planning, coordination, and execution of transport activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. The Transport Operations Manager will lead a team of transport professionals and work closely with other departments to optimize the supply chain network.

Have you worked as an Operations Manager in a Transport team or led a Transport team in the past? Then we want to hear from you

?WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Plan and coordinate transportation operations to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery, overseeing daily activities such as route planning, vehicle maintenance, and management of transport personnel.
  • Implement performance metrics to maintain service quality and operational efficiency while supporting and guiding transport supervisors and drivers to promote safety and continuous improvement.
  • Develop transportation strategies that align with company goals and explore new technologies to enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Manage the transport budget, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Establish safety policies to protect all personnel and the public, and collaborate with customer and vendor teams to meet customer needs and ensure satisfaction.

?WHAT YOU'LL BRING

  • Candidates should have a background in transportation operations or a related field
  • Hold an International CPC Qualification (essential)
  • Successful candidates should have experience collaborating with trade unions
  • Applicants should demonstrate prior leadership experience.
  • Have excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

?WHY JOIN US?

  • Free parking and on-site canteen
  • Discretionary bonus based on performance
  • We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
  • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
  • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
  • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
  • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
  • Visit to learn more

?WHO WE ARE

?We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

?BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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