Average Transport Manager salary in Swindon

Transport Manager Swindon £45,000 + £5,000 car allowance & benefits Are you a transport management professional looking for an opportunity to use your skills and experience in a growing, successful distribution operation? MVP is partnering with an award-winning, innovative business to recruit a Transport Manager for their operational site in Swindon. In this role, you’ll proactively manage all transport operations, maximizing profitability, controlling costs and managing the operational requirements of the customer, while ensuring the highest standards of compliance to all legislative requirements. You’ll develop and motivate your team to deliver a high-performing, compliant transport operation on a day to day basis. This role will be right for you if you’re someone who is passionate about continually developing and improving transport operations. Experience & skills required: Previousexperience of managing transport operations, ideally gained in a customer-focused environmentVery strong people and team management experience and abilities - able to develop a high-performing teamCPC for Transport Managers / National / International CPCComprehensive knowledge of transport-related legislation - drivers’ hours, WTD, employment lawNatural leadership skills and abilitiesPrevious experience of Transport Management SystemsHealth & Safety - excellent current knowledge of H&S legislation and standards and strong focus on embedding a robust Health & Safety culture within your teamsPrevious experience of operating within budgetary requirements, controlling costsPassionate about delivering excellence in the operations under your control This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive and evolving business that is experiencing sustained growth. MVP Recruitment Solutions has been placing Supply Chain, Logistics and Distribution professionals for 40 years. For more information on what we do, or to view our current portfolio of vacancies, please visit our website. MVP Recruitment Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment. By applying for this position, your details will be submitted to MVP Recruitment Solutions and you accept our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Group Transport & Trade Compliance Manager SwindonUp to £50,000 per annum DOE You'll be the go-to expert for all things transport and trade compliance - ensuring the movement of goods is efficient, compliant, and aligned with global standards. Reporting at a senior level, you'll oversee transport operations and trade compliance strategies while managing risk, supporting global trade initiatives, and ensuring adherence to regulations, especially those under US Trade Compliance laws. What will the role involve? Lead and optimise UK and international transport operations, ensuring efficiency and cost controlOversee global trade compliance processes, including customs documentation, export/import controls, and regulatory adherenceEnsure compliance with UK, EU, and particularly US Trade Compliance regulations (EAR, ITAR, OFAC, etc.)Develop and implement trade compliance policies and training programmes across the groupManage key relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and regulatory bodiesMonitor and assess regulatory changes, updating internal processes as neededCollaborate with supply chain, legal, procurement and commercial teams to align business goals with compliance and logistics performanceDrive continuous improvement across transport and compliance operations What will you ideally bring to the role? Proven experience in transport/logistics management with global scopeStrong knowledge of international trade compliance, with a deep understanding of US Trade Compliance regulationsExperience leading multi-site or group-level operationsExcellent knowledge of customs procedures, import/export classifications, and documentation requirementsStrong stakeholder management and communication skills across senior leadershipHands-on and proactive approach to solving challenges and improving processes Relevant certifications (e.g. IATA, CILT, Customs Compliance, or similar) are desirable You'll be joining a growing, international business where your voice is heard and your expertise will shape group-wide success. They offer flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to lead meaningful change across global operations. Want to recruit a similar role? Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK or to discuss how we can find talent for your business then please visit www.castuk.com

Group Transport and Trade Compliance Manager Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Group Transport & Trade Compliance Manager to join a well-established and globally-operating engineering and distribution group. This senior role is integral to the business, responsible for shaping and leading international trade compliance and logistics strategy across multiple operating units. You'll act as the group's expert, delivering efficient, customer-centric solutions that turn compliance into a competitive advantage. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement best-in-class import/export processes for international, inter-company, and drop-ship transactions.Serve as the main point of accountability for trade compliance and commercial documentation across the group.Maintain import/export lane matrices and ensure documentation is accurate, consistent, and compliant.Lead reporting on key logistics KPIs, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), freight spend, consolidation, lead times, and compliance metrics.Analyse freight data and supplier performance, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.Manage and improve strategic relationships with global logistics providers through regular performance reviews and action plans.Drive internal alignment and support between operations, sales, finance, and compliance teams.Oversee carrier data analysis, cost tracking, and resolve freight billing discrepancies.Evaluate transport impacts of new projects and lead the successful delivery of logistics-related initiatives.Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes using lean tools and methodologies. Group Transport and Trade Compliance Manager Job Requirements Strong understanding of trade compliance, especially within the USMinimum 5 years' experience in international transport, logistics, and trade compliance.Proven track record of delivering cost efficiencies and process enhancements.Deep understanding of global import/export practices, documentation, and freight network optimization.Strong commercial and analytical acumen with excellent negotiation skills.Capable of influencing decision-making across all business levels.Experience in leading supplier reviews, benchmarking, and freight tenders.Entrepreneurial thinker who is proactive and solutions-driven. Group Transport and Trade Compliance Manager Salary & Benefits Competitive salary and on-target bonus schemePension salary sacrifices at 6% matched by the company.Group Life at 4x annual salary.Company paid healthcare cashback plan for employee only which includes services such as eye care, limited dental treatment etc25 days annual leave plus recognised bank holidays.Up to 20 days paid sick leave (upon company discretion)Free onsite parking Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.