Morgan McKinley is delighted to be partnering with a long-established, high-growth consumer goods organisation to recruit an experienced Transport Manager. This is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing the transport and delivery function across a multi-site network, ensuring the seamless distribution of goods to a large retail client base across Ireland.
With a national footprint and strong year-on-year growth, our client is committed to delivering operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable logistics practices. This role offers the opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of transformation, with scope to shape transport strategy and performance delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Team & Driver Leadership
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Lead and support a team of professional drivers and logistics staff
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Oversee driver rosters, training, performance reviews, and development
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Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring adherence to all operational protocols
Route Planning & Optimisation
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Analyse delivery routes and implement improvements to maximise efficiency
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Leverage logistics and route planning systems to reduce mileage, fuel usage, and emissions
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Adjust transport schedules to reflect customer demand patterns and service levels
Fleet Oversight
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Manage a modern fleet of commercial vehicles, ensuring operational reliability
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Coordinate preventative maintenance, inspections, and safety compliance
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Work with third-party maintenance providers to uphold standards and reduce downtime
Operational Performance
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Monitor KPIs such as on-time delivery, vehicle utilisation, and cost efficiency
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Identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives
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Provide regular reports and insights to senior stakeholders
Customer-Focused Delivery
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Ensure accurate and timely fulfilment of all outbound deliveries
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Liaise with commercial, warehouse, and customer service teams to resolve logistics queries
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Maintain high levels of reliability and professionalism across all transport interactions
Compliance & Safety
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Ensure full compliance with road transport legislation across Ireland and the UK
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Maintain accurate documentation, including tachograph records and driver working hours
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Stay up to date on changes in transport laws and industry regulations
Budgeting & Cost Control
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Manage transport budgets and monitor cost performance
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Identify opportunities to reduce spend through route efficiency and asset utilisation
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Produce transport reports, forecasts, and financial insights for leadership review
What We're Looking For:
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Minimum 5 years' experience in a transport or logistics management role
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Proven ability to lead high-performing teams in a fast-moving distribution environment
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Deep understanding of Irish and UK transport regulations and compliance practices
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Commercially astute with a track record of managing budgets and reducing operational costs
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Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with a hands-on approach
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Proficient in transport management systems (TMS), routing software, and Microsoft Office
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Full clean driving licence
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CPC certification is essential
