Roadfreight Manager

SUMMARY:
A well-established logistics company is seeking an experienced Roadfreight Manager to oversee a large-scale fleet operation and lead a high-performing transport team.

POSITION INFO:
This is a senior leadership role suited to someone with strong operational oversight, commercial awareness and the ability to bring structure and direction to a busy roadfreight environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a fleet of approximately 70 company-owned vehicles as well as subcontracted transport providers.
• Oversee local long-haul and cross-border FTL operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Lead and manage a team of 4–5 senior staff, with overall responsibility for 100+ employees including drivers.
• Provide operational support and act as second-in-command to the National Operations Manager when required.
• Drive fleet management strategies, including evaluating and implementing long-term vehicle leasing options.
• Monitor operational performance through systems, reporting and data analysis.
• Oversee cost management, including transport costing, insurance claims and operational efficiencies.
• Bring structure, leadership, and clear direction to the team to improve operational performance.

• Proven experience in a Roadfreight / Transport Management role within a medium to large logistics company.
• Strong background in fleet management and transport operations.
• Experience managing large teams and multi-layered operations.
• Solid understanding of transport systems and reporting (experience with Winfreight would be advantageous).
• Knowledge of cross-border transport operations and long-haul logistics.
• Strong leadership, decision-making and operational planning skills.