GXO Logistics
Transport Shift Manager PM
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Transport Shift Manager PM
Are you a natural leader with a passion for logistics and developing high-performing teams?
Would you thrive in a fast-paced transport or logistics environment, managing performance, compliance, and operational KPIs? If yes, this role at GXO could be perfect for you!
Transport Shift Manager – Primark Contract, Thrapston
Full-time permanent position
About the Role
GXO is seeking a dynamic Transport Shift Manager to lead operations for the Primark contract in Thrapston. This role involves steering high-performance transport teams, prioritising safety, compliance, and efficiency, while driving operational excellence.
- Own a critical component of transport operations
- Lead from the front, delivering results through a strong, motivated team
- Champion a safety-first culture and continuous improvement
- Ensure seamless and efficient performance of the shift
Working Pattern:
- 5 days per week on the PM shift (14:00 – 22:00 shift pattern)
Responsibilities
On a typical day, you’ll be responsible for:
- Overseeing daily transport operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and high-performing execution
- Coaching and developing Team Leaders and team members to foster a high-performing culture
- Analysing and reporting on KPIs, service levels, and compliance metrics
- Managing resource allocation, problem-solving, and risk mitigation throughout the shift
- Driving accountability, safety, and continuous improvement across operations
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Key Requirement(s)
To excel at GXO, you should:
- Have a strong grasp of transport compliance, safety standards, and operational best practices
- Demonstrate proven leadership experience in transport, logistics, or a similar environment
- Take ownership of performance management, data analysis, and influencing operational outcomes
- Be proactive, with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement
- Excel at communication and team development
Salary & Benefits
offset by [structured rewards]: an attractive package awaits:
- Base salary: Up to £40,314.00 per annum, plus a £3,000.00 shift allowance annually
- 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Pension scheme – company-sponsored
- Private medical and dental insurance
- 24/7 online GP service
- Life assurance
- Comprehensive employee assistance programme
- MyBenefits platform offering:
- High street discounts
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Cashback cards
- Savings scheme
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About GXO
At GXO, we engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains through cutting-edge technology and logistics solutions. Our global team is diverse, inclusive, and driven by innovation.
Join a mission-driven company:
- Equal opportunity employer – we celebrate diversity
- Armed Forces friendly
- Disability Confident Leader (active participants in disability inclusion schemes)
- A workplace built on inclusivity, growth, and success
Further Information
This role description is not exhaustive. You may occasionally performs duties outside core responsibilities as business needs require.
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