Transport Team Manager
Added 15 Oct · still live
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Salary
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£44,900
Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1241 (95% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £44,900, and Next is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1241 Managers in transport and distribution Most likely code | £33,400 | £44,900 | £44,900 | £44,900 |
1243 Managers in logistics Also possible | £33,400 | £44,900 | £44,900 | £44,900 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job Description
The role
Shift: Week 1 Sun-Tue 12:00-00:00 / Week 2 Sun-Wed 12:00-00:00
Based at our Dearne Valley Pallet warehouse.
At NEXT, our transport operation is fast-paced, time-critical, and vital to keeping our business moving. Working closely alongside the Transport Assistant Site Manager, you will step into a key leadership role where you will make a real difference by ensuring your shift runs smoothly, safely, and cost-effectively. You will be responsible for prioritising workloads, managing daily operations, and motivating our transport coordinators and drivers to hit key efficiency targets. From day one, you’ll be part of a supportive management team with all the training and backing you need to succeed, while we help you build the skills and experience to progress into an Assistant Site Manager role in the future.
What you'll take on
It is your job to ensure the shift is well organised, highly motivated, and operating at the highest standards of safety and efficiency. On a day-to-day basis, you will:
The role
Shift: Week 1 Sun-Tue 12:00-00:00 / Week 2 Sun-Wed 12:00-00:00
Based at our Dearne Valley Pallet warehouse.
At NEXT, our transport operation is fast-paced, time-critical, and vital to keeping our business moving. Working closely alongside the Transport Assistant Site Manager, you will step into a key leadership role where you will make a real difference by ensuring your shift runs smoothly, safely, and cost-effectively. You will be responsible for prioritising workloads, managing daily operations, and motivating our transport coordinators and drivers to hit key efficiency targets. From day one, you’ll be part of a supportive management team with all the training and backing you need to succeed, while we help you build the skills and experience to progress into an Assistant Site Manager role in the future.
What you'll take on
It is your job to ensure the shift is well organised, highly motivated, and operating at the highest standards of safety and efficiency. On a day-to-day basis, you will:
- Lead and develop: Manage, coach, and support your team of drivers and coordinators, holding regular meetings to communicate achievements, resolve issues, and build a positive team culture.
- Manage operations: Oversee the day-to-day running of your shift, monitoring actual events against daily and weekly plans to meet service levels for our internal and end customers.
- Ensure strict compliance: Oversee all 'O' Licence requirements and statutory road transport legislation, actively monitoring driver hours, tachograph infringements, and vehicle defect reporting.
- Prioritise health and safety: Conduct daily floor and yard walks, complete risk assessments, and lead accident investigations to ensure all processes comply with company policies.
- Handle shift administration: Manage payroll accuracy, conduct timely Return to Work interviews, and update performance and training records in partnership with the Site Coaching Manager.
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To thrive in our busy transport function, you will need to think on your feet and remain composed when managing changing priorities. We are looking for:
- Engaging leadership: Proven experience leading and coaching people, with an approachable style and a natural sense of fairness that boosts team morale.
- Transport expertise: A solid background in transport operations, including a working knowledge of road transport legislation, compliance, and driver safety rules.
- Problem-solving skills: The ability to analyse issues, identify root causes, and take swift, logical action to keep operations on track.
- Strong organisation: Excellent structured planning skills, with the ability to manage your own workload and your team's tasks effectively under pressure.
- Clear communication: Great interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with third-party providers, colleagues, and the wider management team.
- Technical and practical skills: Good computer literacy (including Microsoft Excel and Word), relevant health and safety awareness, and a full driving licence.
You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 44,000 people across the Next group. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 450 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 80 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!
About The Team
- Sharesave scheme
- 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
- Generous bonus scheme for many roles
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email [email protected] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 01977 327 900 and leave a voicemail.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Managers in transport and distribution (SOC 1241) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~65k in sampleSOC 1241
- Middle half £37,908–57,512
- Median £45,864
- Going rate £44,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–40,410
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Next holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1241 going rate of £44,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.