Transport Shift Manager

Job Description:

Transport Shift Manager
£35,000 - £40,000
Coventry

Are you a hands-on Transport Shift Manager experienced in running a high-volume, multi-temperature food operation?

If you’re comfortable leading from the front, making decisions under pressure and owning the outcome of your shift, keep reading.

We have a Transport Shift Manager, day-shift position, for someone who enjoys pace, ownership and making things happen on the floor, not just reporting on them.

If you know food logistics, understand compliance, and can keep service moving when pressure is on, this role will suit you.

The role

You’ll have full responsibility for the performance of your shift across chilled, frozen and ambient distribution, ensuring:

• Deliveries leave on time and in full
• Drivers are briefed, supported and compliant
• Resources are planned and adjusted in real time
• Issues are resolved quickly, not carried forward

You’ll be visible, decisive and accountable — leading from the front in a live operation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day transport operations in a fast-paced environment
• Lead, motivate and develop drivers and operational teams
• Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, WTD, tachographs and H&S
• Liaise with internal teams and customers to resolve service issues
• Drive continuous improvement to improve efficiency, cost and service levels
• Deliver strong OTIF performance and clear shift handovers
  
  

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in transport shift management within food, FMCG or high-volume logistics
• Strong working knowledge of transport compliance and driver regulations
• Confident, calm leadership style with the ability to manage under pressure
• Practical problem-solver who takes ownership
• Flexible, adaptable and comfortable in a busy operational environment
  
  

Why join?

• Salary up to £40,000
• Day shifts offering structure and work-life balance
• A growing, high-performing logistics operation
• Supportive leadership with clear expectations
• A role where transport performance genuinely matters