National General Manager -Transport

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager – Transport, to lead and optimise transport operations. The National GM – Transport, will be responsible for leading and shaping the strategic direction of transport operations across the UK. This role is pivotal in ensuring the safe, compliant, efficient and cost-effective movement of goods, while delivering exceptional service standards and driving continuous improvement across the transport network.

Main Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring full compliance with UK transport legislation, health & safety standards, and environmental regulations across all transport functions
• Overseeing service performance & operational/cost efficiencies of national Transport operations across all divisions – Distribution Wholesale & Retail and Branch Delivery, including Primary Distribution Network and third-party Logistics partnerships.
• Developing and execute the Fleet Decarbonisation Transport strategy aligned with business objectives and customer expectations.
• Leading transformation initiatives to drive innovation, continuously improve the transport operation, including championing initiatives to support long-term growth and operational resilience, e.g. improve driver safety, fleet sustainability, and reporting
• Ensuring robust contingency planning and risk management across the transport network.
• Identifying KPI’s and deliver cost-saving opportunities across all divisions, driving budget cost control, capacity planning. forecasting, and financial performance, through route optimisation, supplier negotiations, and process improvements.
• Building strong relationships with internal departments (e.g., warehousing, commercial, customer service) and external partners (e.g., carriers, regulatory bodies).

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing group of direct reports & ensure strong relationships with stakeholders across the business both internally and externally
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Represent the transport function in cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives.
• Liaise and coordinate with Compliance and fleet team to maximise assets and vehicle utilisation across divisions

You will need

Essential Skills & Experience Required:

• Must hold a CPC National (Certificate of Professional Competence) in Transport Management.
  • Extensive experience in senior transport or logistics leadership roles, ideally within a national or multi-site environment.
  • Proven track record of strategic planning, operational delivery, and team leadership.
  • Strong commercial acumen and experience managing large budgets and supplier contracts.
  • Deep understanding of UK transport regulations, fleet management, and logistics technologies.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing large teams and complex operations.
  • Ability to lead change and drive innovation in a complex, fast-paced environment.

 

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience with transport management systems (e.g., Paragon, SAP TM, Microlise), telematics, and data-driven decision-making.

• Project management experience 

What's in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

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