Transport Contract Manager

Logisticsdone differently.

Are you an experienced Transport or Logistics Manager looking for your next challenge? We’re recruiting a
Transport Contract Manage
r to take full ownership of the Lakeland contract, leading operational performance, customer relationships, compliance, and commercial delivery.

This is a role where you’ll drive operational excellence, ensure full legal compliance, and lead a high‑performing team—while acting as the named CPC Holder for the contract.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary up to £46,000 per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, as well as cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Manage the full contract P&L and deliver on financial targets.
• Lead two Transport Shift Managers and oversee daily driver operations.
• Ensure efficient route planning and consistent KPI delivery.
• Maintain full compliance as the named CPC Holder.
• Drive Health & Safety standards across drivers and office colleagues.
• Coach, develop, and support your team to deliver operational excellence.
• Build strong customer relationships and act as the main point of contact.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Strong experience in transport management, logistics, or 3PL contract management.
• Valid CPC in Road Transport (essential).
• Experience managing P&L with solid commercial and financial understanding.
• Strong knowledge of transport legislation, compliance, and H&S requirements.
• Proven leadership skills in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards.

Be part of something big

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion.

Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives  encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

XPO is a leading provider of cutting‑edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.