Warehouse and Transport Manager

About the opportunity:We are working with a well-established manufacturer in Bradford who are looking for an experienced Transport Manager to oversee their transport and warehouse operations, ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient running of the business.You will manage around a team of HGV drivers, alongside agency drivers and subcontractors, while working closely with the warehouse team to ensure orders are fulfilled and delivered on time.In particular, you will: Manage the transport office, drivers, agency workers and subcontractorsOversee driver recruitment, training, performance and availabilityEnsure compliance with the Operator''s Licence, drivers'' hours, CPC, licences and medicalsMaintain oversight of delivery plans, monitoring delivery progress and ensuring schedules remain on track. Take responsibility for route planning and schedule changes when the Transport Planner is absent, including covering driver sickness and last-minute changesManage relationships with subcontractors, agencies and 3PL providersWork closely with warehouse teams to maintain smooth order fulfilment and deliveriesOversee warehouse staffing, rotas, stock management and process improvementsManage the HGV garage, mechanic, vehicle maintenance and repair costsMonitor fuel usage, transport budgets, KPIs and operational efficiencyHandle driver queries and support the smooth running of the operationWho we are looking for: Previous experience as a Transport Manager, ideally within a manufacturing ..... full job details .....