Transport Manager in London, London

London

contract, full-time

£45,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

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About Transport & Logistics

The UK logistics sector keeps the economy moving, managing the transport and distribution of goods across supply chains. Careers include warehouse operatives, drivers, planners, and supply chain managers. Employers range from couriers and retail giants to international shipping firms. With the growth of e-commerce, demand for logistics professionals has risen sharply. The sector offers entry-level opportunities with clear progression into management, supported by technology-driven advances such as automation and real-time tracking.

TRANSPORT MANAGER - TEMP / FTC

East London

Circa £45,000 (flexible for the right person)

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Our client is looking for an experienced Transport Manager to step into a busy, high-volume multi-drop operation in East London, covering long-term sickness (approx. 3 months possibly longer, temp or fixed-term contract). They need someone who can bring immediate structure, calm, and control to the transport function.

The Role

You will take ownership of day-to-day transport operations for a fast-paced distribution site delivering stationery, paper products, and office supplies to a wide range of customers including offices, prisons, hotels, shops, and MOD locations. Routes are mainly into Central London, with deliveries up to Southend.

This is a high-drop environment (c.40 routes, up to 45 drops per van), with a mixed fleet of vans and a couple of Class 2 vehicles. CPC is not required.

Key Duties

Manage daily transport operations, planning, and execution across multiple routes.
Support and guide a Transport Supervisor and work closely with warehouse and admin teams.
Ensure smooth inbound unloading, daytime staging, and early-morning vehicle loading.
Maintain strong compliance standards: driver checks, vehicle walk-rounds, defect reporting, and maintenance coordination.
Handle DVLA matters, RTIs, and any driver-related police issues professionally and promptly.
Drive performance and service levels in a demanding, time-critical environment.

What We're Looking For

Proven Transport Management experience in a high-volume, multi-drop setting.
Confidence managing drivers and restoring standards in a pressured operation.
Strong compliance knowledge (drivers, vehicles, incidents, record-keeping).
Practical, hands-on approach with a calm and mature leadership style.
Experience from parcel / courier / high-drop distribution environments (e.g., EVRi, DPD, UPS or similar) would be ideal.

Contract and Salary

Temp or fixed-term contract, approx. 3 months (sickness cover).
Salary circa £45,000, with flexibility to increase for the right person.
Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (some flexibility around early starts).

How to apply:

To apply, please send your CV and confirm your availability to start.

If you have relevant experience, please get in touch today. You can also refer someone suitable.

E: shipping@redrecruit.com

T: 01376 503567 | 0203 906 6020

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Keywords / alternative titles:

Distribution Manager, Fleet Manager, Logistics Coordinator, Logistics Manager, Route Planner, Shipping Coordinator, Shipping Manager, Supply Chain Coordinator, Transport Planner, Transport Coordinator.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for Red Recruit Global Ltd, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Direct Employer.

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