Job Description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.


Since 1858, we've helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.


Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits -

all recognising the contribution you bring

Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge

focus on Health & Safety

We care about you and your family. That's why we offer

enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we're committed to supporting you every step of the way. Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to

support, inspire, and uplift women across the business

.

Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household

, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments. Opportunities for

career progression both at home and abroad

Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which

bring together employees

with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

Staff discounts

including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

Are you ready to take the wheel of a high-performing transport operation at one of the UK's leading suppliers of sustainable construction solutions?


We're looking for a

Transport Manager (RMX - Ready Mix)

to lead logistics performance across the

East Midlands

, driving improvements in safety, efficiency, cost, and customer service. As a critical part of our

Readymix (RMX)

supply chain, you'll lead the execution of Holcim's National Road Logistics strategy, manage key haulier relationships, and ensure the highest standards of compliance across our operations.


This is your chance to shape the future of regional logistics in a business that's going places--literally and figuratively.

What Makes This Role Stand Out?

Regional impact

- You'll lead transport operations across a vital part of our UK network.

Diverse responsibilities

- From compliance and safety to supplier performance and fleet planning, no two days are the same.

Work with trusted partners

- Build strong, collaborative relationships with hauliers, depots, shipping teams, and internal stakeholders.

Drive real change

- Challenge the norm, identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements, and implement them.

Be part of a global leader

- Holcim is shaping the future of sustainable construction--your work will directly support that mission.

What You'll Be Doing:

Act as the

named Transport Manager

on the Operator's Licence, ensuring full legal and procedural compliance. Deliver against

road logistics performance targets

, including cost, safety, service, and sustainability. Manage haulier and vehicle standards across the region--supporting onboarding, training, and consistent consequence management. Lead monthly safety briefings, engage hauliers professionally, and maintain a strong safety-first culture. Monitor and optimise

fleet utilisation

,

TMS systems

, and digital logistics tools. Collaborate with supply chain and operational teams to unlock synergies and reduce haulage costs. Manage supplier performance, incident resolution, and special service requests. Oversee

vehicle off-road (VOR)

scheduling and ensure garage SLAs are met. Support new hauliers through inductions, FORS accreditation, and MP Connect onboarding. Liaise with shipping and planning teams to improve load efficiencies and reduce hired vehicle reliance.
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What You'll Bring

Proven experience in

transport or logistics management

, ideally within construction or industrial sectors. Hold a transport management licence

(CPC)

Comprehensive understanding of

Operator's Licence requirements

, tachograph regulations, and relevant transport legislation. Strong leadership and communication skills--you're someone who can coach, challenge, and support. Commercial awareness and a data-driven mindset--you can balance cost control with service quality. Experience working with transport systems (e.g. TMS, IVMS) and confident managing supplier relationships. A passion for continuous improvement, safety, and developing people.
We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.