Transport Manager

Transport Manager | Leading Premium Food Purveyor Location: Park Royal Salary: £55k - £57k + Benefits The Opportunity Elevate Recruitment is proud to partner with one of the UK’s most prestigious fine food importers and distributors. This is a business that supplies the "best of the best"—Michelin-starred chefs, luxury hotels, and high-end retailers. They are currently seeking a high-caliber Transport Manager to lead their logistics operation. This is a confidential search for a professional who can balance the rigor of transport compliance with the finesse required for luxury service delivery. The Role You will be responsible for the heartbeat of the operation: getting world-class ingredients from the warehouse to the kitchen door in perfect condition. * Fleet Leadership: Management of a dedicated multi-drop driver team and a fleet of specialized (temperature-controlled) vehicles. * Regulatory Compliance: Acting as the primary point of contact for O-Licence requirements, ensuring 100% compliance with VOSA, tachograph regulations, and health and safety. * Service Excellence: Maintaining a "white-glove" delivery standard where driver appearance and customer interaction are as important as the delivery itself. * Efficiency & Data: Utilizing telematics and TMS to optimize routes, reduce carbon footprint, and manage operational budgets. The Ideal Candidate Our client is looking for a leader, not just a manager. You will need: * CPC Qualification: A valid Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (National or International) is essential. * Industry Background: Experience in food logistics (ideally temperature-controlled or high-value FMCG) is highly preferred. * Communication: The ability to liaise effectively between the warehouse floor and the executive suite. * Resilience: The premium food world moves fast; you’ll need to thrive in a high-pressure, morning-heavy environment