European Transport Manager
Posted 4 days ago
- Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
- Permanent
- Bonus + Work From Home
- £50,000 to £60,000 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In 24 days
European Transport Manager) - Position Overview
Streamline Search are representing a leading independent logistics and distribution firm that specialise in European Road freight. Due to the on-going success and profitable business wins our client requires an experienced European Transport Manager to assist in the smooth running of the business.
This is not a desk-only role. Our client is looking for someone who thrives on rolling up their sleeves-personally managing drivers, overseeing vehicle movements, handling urgent issues, and ensuring our refrigerated fleet performs around the clock.
Our client has built their name on high standards, trusted performance, and specialist knowledge in refrigerated transport; Offering the freedom to take full operational control and the responsibility to deliver measurable results, supported by a team that values action, accountability, and reliability.
Take day-to-day control of a fleet of 25+ refrigerated vehicles and HGV drivers
Plan and manage European transport routes with precision and compliance
Be operationally involved at all levels-including direct driver contact, debriefs, and crisis handling
Respond to issues 24/7-maintaining full operational oversight and accountability
Ensure legal compliance with EU road transport, customs, and cold chain regulations
Lead on holiday scheduling, disciplinary matters, and staff performance management
Maintain strict control of vehicle productivity and cost efficiency
Deliver commercial results: manage fleet profitability and spot business opportunities
Support customer retention and growth with dependable service and industry insight
(European Transport Manager) - Position Requirements
Proven hands-on experience running refrigerated trucks and chilled logistics across Europe
Deep understanding of temperature-controlled transport and cold chain requirements
Strong commercial awareness of the European freight and logistics market
Demonstrated ability to manage HGV drivers, vehicle planning, and fleet maintenance
Willingness to be on-call 24/7 and take ownership of service delivery and operational continuity
Experience handling customs, migration issues, and European labour regulations
Entrepreneurial mindset with a practical, no-nonsense approach to transport operations
Existing industry contacts are a strong advantage.
(European Transport Manager) - Position Remuneration
Salary: £50k - £60k
Hybrid role: Fully remote role with 1-2 visits to the office a month.
Bonus structure to be discussed at interview stage.
Pension
On-site parking
Standard Holiday + Bank holidays
Monday - Friday + Overtime needed depending on Operational needs
Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application
Streamline Search are representing a leading independent logistics and distribution firm that specialise in European Road freight. Due to the on-going success and profitable business wins our client requires an experienced European Transport Manager to assist in the smooth running of the business.
This is not a desk-only role. Our client is looking for someone who thrives on rolling up their sleeves-personally managing drivers, overseeing vehicle movements, handling urgent issues, and ensuring our refrigerated fleet performs around the clock.
Our client has built their name on high standards, trusted performance, and specialist knowledge in refrigerated transport; Offering the freedom to take full operational control and the responsibility to deliver measurable results, supported by a team that values action, accountability, and reliability.
Take day-to-day control of a fleet of 25+ refrigerated vehicles and HGV drivers
Plan and manage European transport routes with precision and compliance
Be operationally involved at all levels-including direct driver contact, debriefs, and crisis handling
Respond to issues 24/7-maintaining full operational oversight and accountability
Ensure legal compliance with EU road transport, customs, and cold chain regulations
Lead on holiday scheduling, disciplinary matters, and staff performance management
Maintain strict control of vehicle productivity and cost efficiency
Deliver commercial results: manage fleet profitability and spot business opportunities
Support customer retention and growth with dependable service and industry insight
(European Transport Manager) - Position Requirements
Proven hands-on experience running refrigerated trucks and chilled logistics across Europe
Deep understanding of temperature-controlled transport and cold chain requirements
Strong commercial awareness of the European freight and logistics market
Demonstrated ability to manage HGV drivers, vehicle planning, and fleet maintenance
Willingness to be on-call 24/7 and take ownership of service delivery and operational continuity
Experience handling customs, migration issues, and European labour regulations
Entrepreneurial mindset with a practical, no-nonsense approach to transport operations
Existing industry contacts are a strong advantage.
(European Transport Manager) - Position Remuneration
Salary: £50k - £60k
Hybrid role: Fully remote role with 1-2 visits to the office a month.
Bonus structure to be discussed at interview stage.
Pension
On-site parking
Standard Holiday + Bank holidays
Monday - Friday + Overtime needed depending on Operational needs
Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application