Job Summary

At The Menu Partners, we are a rapidly expanding, diverse food group supplying premium products to restaurants, pubs, hotels, events, and private clients across the UK. As our business grows, so does the complexity of our logistics — and we’re looking for an experienced, hands-on Transport Manager to lead the transport team in delivering efficient, compliant, and customer-focused operations.

Responsibilities :

• Ensure full legal compliance across all areas of transport, including driver hours, tachographs, vehicle checks, and operator licence requirements
• Manage and maintain driver and vehicle compliance, including training, documentation, and performance standards
• Plan and optimise delivery routes to meet business and customer needs while maximising efficiency and minimising costs
• Oversee and manage the transport budget, identifying areas to reduce loss and improve operational performance
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure customer delivery needs are met on time and to a high standard
• Respond to delivery issues, delays, or incidents with clear communication and practical problem-solving
• Manage and support a team of drivers and transport staff, promoting a culture of safety, professionalism, and accountability
• Maintain accurate records and reporting in line with regulatory and business standards

Requirments:

• Proven experience as a Transport Manager in a fast-paced logistics or food distribution environment
• CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) holder – essential
• Strong understanding of transport legislation, driver compliance, and fleet operations
• Excellent planning, organisational, and route optimisation skills
• Budget management experience and the ability to track and reduce operational losses
• Confident communicator who can manage driver teams and work cross-functionally
• Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and customer-driven
• Comfortable working Monday–Friday, with flexibility to support weekends as required

Job Summary

At The Menu Partners, we are a rapidly expanding, diverse food group supplying premium products to restaurants, pubs, hotels, events, and private clients across the UK. As our business grows, so does the complexity of our logistics — and we’re looking for an experienced, hands-on Transport Manager to lead the transport team in delivering efficient, compliant, and customer-focused operations.

Responsibilities :

• Ensure full legal compliance across all areas of transport, including driver hours, tachographs, vehicle checks, and operator licence requirements
• Manage and maintain driver and vehicle compliance, including training, documentation, and performance standards
• Plan and optimise delivery routes to meet business and customer needs while maximising efficiency and minimising costs
• Oversee and manage the transport budget, identifying areas to reduce loss and improve operational performance
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure customer delivery needs are met on time and to a high standard
• Respond to delivery issues, delays, or incidents with clear communication and practical problem-solving
• Manage and support a team of drivers and transport staff, promoting a culture of safety, professionalism, and accountability
• Maintain accurate records and reporting in line with regulatory and business standards

Requirments:

• Proven experience as a Transport Manager in a fast-paced logistics or food distribution environment
• CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) holder – essential
• Strong understanding of transport legislation, driver compliance, and fleet operations
• Excellent planning, organisational, and route optimisation skills
• Budget management experience and the ability to track and reduce operational losses
• Confident communicator who can manage driver teams and work cross-functionally
• Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and customer-driven
• Comfortable working Monday–Friday, with flexibility to support weekends as required