Job Title: Transport Operations Director

Contact: Conor OHagan

Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and strategic Transport Operations Director to join a leading logistics organisation. With a strong reputation for delivering ambient, chilled, and frozen logistics solutions across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, this organisation is at the forefront of innovation and sustainability in the transport sector. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of the transport operations, driving growth, and ensuring operational excellence.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Strategic Leadership Role - Shape the future of transport operations across the UK and Ireland.
2. Attractive Salary & Benefits - Competitive remuneration package reflective of experience.
3. Sustainability Focus - Be part of a company committed to environmental innovation.

The Role:

As Transport Operations Director, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all transport activities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and delivering a transport strategy aligned with overall business objectives.
• Leading transformation initiatives to optimise the transport network, improve service performance, and reduce costs.
• Forecasting future capacity requirements and identifying investment needs.
• Overseeing daily transport operations to ensure KPIs and SLAs are met.
• Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, regulatory frameworks, and safety standards.
• Managing fleet strategy, including procurement, utilisation, and maintenance, with a focus on sustainability.
• Implementing advanced routing, planning, and transport management systems.
• Leading and motivating the transport team to foster a high-performance culture.
• Managing the transport budget, ensuring cost control and financial performance.
• Supporting commercial evaluations, bids, tenders, and customer solutions with transport expertise.
• Driving innovation through digital tools, automation, and real-time visibility solutions.
• Leading sustainability and carbon-reduction initiatives within the transport function.
• Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders.
• Representing the transport function at senior leadership forums.

The Person:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in a senior transport or logistics leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of transport legislation, compliance, and safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage large teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Experience in strategic planning, network optimisation, and cost management.
• A track record of delivering transformation initiatives and driving operational excellence.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost modelling.
• Familiarity with transport management systems, digital tools, and sustainability initiatives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

The Reward:

• Competitive Salary - Reflective of experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package - Including travel expenses and other perks.
• Career Development - Opportunity to lead and shape the future of a growing organisation.
• Sustainability Focus - Work with a company committed to environmental innovation.
• Dynamic Culture - Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Next Steps:

For further information and to apply for this Transport Operations Director role, please contact Conor OHagan. Visit our website to explore a full list of opportunities in the logistics and transport sector.

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