Transport Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 11 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 27 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Eastbourne, BN23 6PW |
| Cwmni: | Vacancy Filler |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | MAR20266239 |
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Transport ManagerEastbourne40 hours per week - Monday to FridayCompetitive salary plus benefits packageWe are looking for an experienced and forward thinking Transport Manager to shape our Transport strategy, ensure legal compliance and drive excellence across our fleet, workshop and compliance functions. This is a highly visible role within the business, working closely with senior stakeholders and external partners, including DAF dealerships, to deliver safe, efficient and customer focused transport services.You will be responsible for setting our Transport policy, providing leadership, shaping departmental strategy and ensuring full compliance with all aspects of Operator Licensing, Transport Law and Traffic Legislation. This role is pivotal in ensuring the Company has the right fleet resources, systems and standards to deliver excellent customer service and support business profitability.Ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, we are a fourth-generation family business who leads the marketplace, supplying decorating materials to Consumers and Tradespeople across the UK from our network to over 280 stores nationwide in the Brewers Group. Founded in 1904, we are proud to be a family business run on family principles with a clear vision to ‘play our part in making the world a brighter place’. We place great emphasis on the development and growth of our colleagues - our mantra is to ‘help one another succeed’. To find out more about working with us visit www.Brewers.co.uk/careersWe want every candidate to feel supported and able to succeed. If you are neurodivergent or have a disability and need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, just let us know and we will do everything we can to make it work for you.About the role As Transport Manager, some key responsibilities will include:Set and drive Transport policy in line with our company values and goalsLead departmental strategy, continuously improving safety, service and efficiencyEnsure full compliance with Transport Law, Traffic Legislation and Operator Licensing requirementsManage vehicle performance, utilisation and all fleet systemsLead our in house workshop and ensure the ongoing commercial viability of the DAF workshop operationsSpecify, negotiate and recommend vehicle and equipment purchasesSupport investigations and decisions using fleet data, telematics and systemsMaintain accurate compliance reporting, defect management and audit trailsLead driver training initiatives, including DCPC and post incident roadcraftPrepare annual budgets and monitor departmental and capital expenditureIdentify efficiency opportunities to support business profitability and competitive insurance premiumsWork closely with Regional Managers, Regional Operations Managers, Branch teams and DAF partnersDeliver insightful, data driven reports to senior leadershipWho we are looking for to join the team:Strong background leading transport or fleet functions, with experience managing vehicle fleets and workshop productivity, inspections, repairs and overall vehicle utilisationComprehensive understanding of Transport Law, Traffic Law and managing compliance with O-Licence obligationsFORS Practitioner - either with an existing qualification or a recently expired qualification and committed to recertifyExperience of budget management, negotiation and data driven decision makingA strategic thinker with strong commercial awareness and the ability to set and drive strategic directionA collaborative people leader with the ability to develop teams across operational areasExcellent communication skills with the confidence to influence and negotiate with senior stakeholdersProficient with a range of software such as Microsoft Office and fleet systems, with the ability to produce useable operational dataFull UK Driving Licence and willing to travel with a flexible approach to working hours and able to commit to overnight stays when requiredIn return we offer a comprehensive benefits package consisting of:Competitive salary36 days holiday, including an allowance for selected bank holidays - increasing with serviceFree life assurance5% employer pension contribution (with employee contributions)Stream money management app - access part of your pay as you earnEmployee Assistance Programme for you, a partner and childrenVirtual GP service for you and dependent childrenPrivate Medical Insurance and funded Medicash scheme for routine healthcare reimbursementsGenerous Brewers colleague discounts on home improvement productsDiscounts with major high street and supermarket brandsFinancial support schemes: Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans, Helping Hand loansComprehensive induction and ongoing developmentAdditional benefits after a qualifying period: profit related pay, enhanced family leave and access to company Holiday Homes in Cornwall and the Lake DistrictTo apply for this exciting opportunity, please click the Apply Now button on this page to complete the mandatory application form. Please note this role may be removed from listings before the closing date if we are successful in finding an appointment.Please ensure you fully complete the application process if you wish to be considered for this position. We are unable to respond to any applicants that do not complete the process.