Job Description

Transport Team Leader

Location: Milton Keynes
Full-time |
Department: Transport (MLOG) - reporting in to Transport Supervisor

About Mawdsleys

Mawdsleys is the UK's largest independent pharmaceutical wholesaler, helping ensure essential medicines reach patients safely and on schedule. Our transport network plays a vital role in keeping the healthcare supply chain moving, and we're now looking for a motivated

Transport Team Leader

to support our busy operation.

Role Overview

As a Transport Team Leader, you'll work closely with the Transport Supervisor to guide and support our driver team. You'll help make sure our fleet operates efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with MHRA, GDP, and Operator Licence requirements. This role is all about strong leadership, good communication, and keeping the operation running smoothly day in, day out.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure all transport activities meet

GDP principles

and internal SOPs. Support drivers in carrying out the safe handling and delivery of pharmaceutical products from goods receipt through to final delivery. Work within MHRA and company regulatory requirements to protect product integrity, including cold-chain rules. Help maintain full compliance of both vehicles and drivers with legal, regulatory, and internal standards. Promote a strong safety-first culture and lead by example in all aspects of the operation. Motivate and guide drivers to achieve required service levels, including accuracy and on-time delivery. Carry out daily driver debriefs, resolving issues promptly and ensuring feedback is communicated effectively. Build positive working relationships with internal teams and customers, representing Mawdsleys in a professional manner. Assist with driver scheduling, holiday management, absence monitoring, and adherence to company policies. Support ongoing improvements in compliance, performance, and efficiency across the department. Contribute to wider business projects and continuous improvement activities.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

Flexible mindset with the ability to adjust to operational demands. Strong organisational skills, able to prioritise and plan effectively. Confident communicator with great people skills. Good judgment and the ability to make sound decisions. Ability to motivate and support colleagues at all levels. Calm and capable when handling difficult or sensitive situations. Honest, open, and respectful of different perspectives.

Desirable:

Solid understanding of transport operations and compliance. Strong problem-solving ability and confidence under pressure. Good IT and administrative skills. Proven leadership experience in a logistics environment.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At Mawdsleys, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and support a team that keeps the healthcare supply chain moving, apply today.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,600.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Sick pay
Experience:

transport: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person