Transport Operations Manager

Ref: 276348

Bury, England

£51,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Revenue Growth
• Operational Efficiency
• Skilled Contract Negotiator

About the candidate

A Transport Operations Manager aiming to manage and improve operations to an exceptional level of service and success. Extensively experienced in the transport industry, the candidate is currently responsible for all transport operational and compliance functions, ensuring maximum fleet utilisation and profitability. Key responsibilities have included O-licencing oversight, fleet management, navigating regulatory transitions, and redesigning contract terms during crises for sustained profitability.

What makes them great?

• Boosted annual revenue from £1.8m to £4.2m by securing subcontracts with major players in the industry.
• Implemented an 'all-in-one' system for job references, PoDs, invoicing, and outstanding payments, reducing uninvoiced work completion to zero over a year.
• Improved service delivery levels of night trunking to >98% through strategic planning and effective team management.

Areas of expertise

• Operational Management & Compliance: Oversees fleet operations, ensuring safety and compliance, adept at steering companies through regulatory transitions like IR35.
• Contract Negotiation and Management: Skilled in renegotiating terms to include critical conditions like fuel surcharges crucial during economic fluctuations, ensuring business viability.
• Revenue Growth & Cost Management: Proven track record in drastically increasing revenue and designing systems that eliminate lost revenue from invoicing issues.
• Strategic Workforce Management: Expertise in reducing reliance on agency staff, managing large teams effectively, and developing internal talent for leadership roles.