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Transport Manager

Job in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1, England, UK
Listing for: NewCold
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Management
    General Management
  • Transportation
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 GBP Yearly GBP 40000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Build the future of food

At New Cold, we're shaping the future of the food supply chain. Our warehouses and transport network connect the world's major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Join a collaborative team of doers, innovators, and engineers who are dedicated to making a real impact. Together with advanced robotics and cutting-edge technology, we're not just keeping up with the times
-we're pioneering smarter, more sustainable operations to keep the world's food fresh and safe.

To support our rapid growth, we're constantly looking for talented people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? Join us!

Your role as a Transport Manager Overview

We are seeking a proactive Transport Manager to lead our night shift operation in Wakefield. This is a key role within our transport division, responsible for ensuring a safe, efficient and compliant service during core overnight hours. The successful candidate will play a central part in maintaining a seamless 24 hour operation while driving continuous improvement across people, process and performance.

Location:

Stanley, Wakefield, WF3 4FE
.
Shift Pattern:
Sunday to Thursday, 21:00 to 06:00.
Salary:
Up to £40,000, negotiable depending on experience.

This is an opportunity for an experienced transport professional who is ready to influence performance, support operational excellence and contribute to a high performing transport function within a growing organisation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, support and oversee the night transport planning and operations team, ensuring a consistent and organised workflow.
  • Maintain compliance with transport legislation, company policies and CPC requirements.
  • Shape and embed effective processes that support operational consistency and service excellence.
  • Manage performance indicators, working within agreed budgets while identifying efficiencies and continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Review transport plans daily and adjust where required to optimise efficiency and service outcomes.
  • Respond to operational changes, customer requirements and unexpected challenges promptly and confidently.
  • Collaborate with day shift management, warehouse teams and customer service to support alignment across the full operation.
  • Coach and develop the team, encouraging skill progression and high standards of performance.
  • Hold CPC responsibility for the business unit, ensuring full compliance and governance.
Requirements
  • Proven experience within transport operations, ideally within a fast paced 3PL or FMCG environment.
  • Strong leadership capability with the confidence to make clear and informed decisions.
  • Skilled in managing budgets, KPIs and operational performance.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and build constructive relationships.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem solving ability.
  • A forward thinking approach, with an interest in improving processes and enhancing service delivery.
Ready to make an impact?

Our goal is to keep the world's food fresh and safe with our proprietary technologies and innovative solutions. Join our team and help build a more efficient, innovative, and sustainable food supply chain. Your next career chapter starts at New Cold.

Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting your career, New Cold provides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel. Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?

Explore careers at New Cold

Visit our website to learn more and apply.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Transport Manager and help continue our successful growth?#J-18808-Ljbffr
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