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Craig  Cunningham

Craig Cunningham

Ayr,South Ayrshire

Summary

I currently serve as the Group Transport Manager at Bullet Express Ltd, where I am responsible for overseeing the operations of six depots across the UK. I manage a diverse fleet of 165 vehicles, ranging from small vans to 44-ton articulated vehicles and trailers. My role involves the strategic implementation of transport regulations, driver planning, daily operational oversight, and ensuring seamless departmental performance as head of transport.

I hold a National and International Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Transport Management, am a fully trained and certified Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA), and I am a vetted CAA Cargo Manager with counter terrorism training. With over 20 years of experience in both road and air cargo transportation, I bring extensive expertise in regulatory compliance, operational management, and safety standards. I achieved my CPC in 2018 and became a qualified DGSA in 2022, specializing in dangerous goods handling, including radioactive materials as a certified Radioactive Protection Advisor. I also have experience managing wide load movements and leading office, driver, and warehouse teams in a 3PL/4PL logistics environment.

My core responsibilities include overseeing transport compliance across the Scottish region, ensuring full regulatory adherence in all dangerous goods operations, and managing departmental profit and loss performance. I lead a team of professionals to resolve operational challenges, liaise with clients, and ensure a high standard of customer service and satisfaction.

In my leadership role, I have successfully developed and implemented cost-saving initiatives, enhanced revenue streams, and supported business development efforts including customer acquisitions, large scale projects, including handling all transportation requirements for the 2014 commonwealth games . I regularly engage with suppliers, customers and regulatory bodies through direct meetings and consultations and have build a strong name for myself within the transport industry. My work ensures compliance with health and safety regulations across transport, warehousing, and logistics operations. I am a resourceful, highly organised professional with a strong record in leadership, team development, cost management and operational excellence across multiple industry sectors with over 20 years of experience working in the transport and logistics industry.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Group Transport Manager

Bullet Express Ltd
Bothwell, Lanarkshire
09.2023 - Current
  • Monitored and evaluated operational performance to inform strategic business decisions, driving productivity improvements and fleet optimization.
  • Provided leadership in the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of departmental functions, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
  • Effectively managed and motivated high-performing teams to consistently achieve and exceed key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Identified cost-saving opportunities and enhanced operational efficiency through process analysis and integration of customer feedback.
  • Oversaw daily transport operations, serving as the primary point of contact for issue resolution and operational support.
  • Coordinated driver and vehicle allocations across the service network to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient deliveries.
  • Maintained the vehicle fleet through meticulous scheduling of preventive maintenance and timely execution of repairs.
  • Logged and analyzed hazard and risk data to support ongoing safety improvements and compliance initiatives.
  • Developed and implemented budget controls and cost management strategies to meet financial objectives.
  • Compiled and organized operational and financial data to support annual budgeting and strategic planning.
  • Conducted regular staff performance reviews, identifying development needs and creating tailored improvement plans.
  • Delivered comprehensive analysis of budgets, growth trends, expenditure, and resource allocation, achieving operational savings exceeding £110,000 within a two-year period.
  • Implemented new software systems to enhance data management and streamline workflow.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive risk management strategies, significantly enhancing insurance standards and achieving the highest level of coverage and compliance in the company’s history with fleet number per accident at its lowest.

National compliance manager

Circle Express
Glasgow, Glasgow City
02.2023 - 09.2023
  • Managed driver, dangerous goods, fleet, radioactive transport, depot and staff compliance support and information requests ensuring correct completion of regulatory legislation.
  • Communicated all risk and compliance reports to the national operations manager and managing director for broader company understanding.
  • Maintained company compliance by advising drivers on vehicle and EU drivers legislation and internal regulations, rules and guidelines.
  • Reviewed and resolved complaints to uphold positive company reputation.
  • Developed policies such as wide load, hazardous awareness training and put in place systems to ensure business successfully achieved objectives.
  • Maximised fleet performance by executing planned maintenance of assets and promptly resolving issues including fixing trucks and trailer manually to improve cost savings.
  • Kept all company logs and records updated, recording daily details of work performed and ensured that all vehicles and trailers were meeting inspection dates, MOT's, LOLER, tacho calibration dates and PMI's.
  • Coordinated and managed allocation of drivers and vehicles to service network, guaranteeing efficient, accurate deliveries.
  • Planned transport solutions for local and national clients.
  • Assisted with employee relations issues, addressing disciplinaries, grievances and absences.
  • Participated in recruitment, selection and induction of new drivers.
  • Onboarded new clients alongside the national commercial director.
  • Submitted detailed reports on time to management highlighting performance metrics and areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve departmental targets.

Scottish Regional Transport and Operations Manager

Circle Express Ltd
Glasgow, Renfrew
09.2011 - 02.2023
  • Provided strategic leadership to a team of 37 employees, managing recruitment, on-boarding, training, and continuous professional development across both office staff and drivers.
  • Worked in close collaboration with Managing Directors to oversee the day-to-day operations of regional depots, contributing to the development of a cost-effective, streamlined nationwide transport and supply chain infrastructure.
  • Served as Supply Chain Manager, leading end-to-end logistics operations while ensuring third-party contractors met defined service standards and aligned with business objectives.
  • Maintained effective stakeholder communication to support transparency, improve collaboration, and facilitate informed decision-making across the business.
  • Supported business expansion into new markets through strategic account planning, targeted execution, and strong relationship management.
  • Accurately assessed customer needs and delivered tailored solutions that enhanced brand experience and service efficiency on a national scale.
  • Built and maintained strong, profitable partnerships by aligning services with client objectives and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
  • Earned a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Transport Management and led the oversight of regional transport operations, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, operational performance, and service quality.
  • Managed major client accounts, including some of the world’s largest air cargo customers, coordinating with global teams to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Regularly analysed operational performance metrics, identifying areas for continuous improvement and implementing best practices in transport and logistics management.
  • Provided key operational support to Regional Directors, with responsibilities spanning vehicle maintenance, health and safety, compliance, and on-site security.
  • Achieved significant cost savings through effective budget management and strategic resource allocation, reducing overheads while maintaining high service levels.
  • Acted as a certified Radioactive Protection Supervisor, overseeing the secure transport and handling of ionising radiation materials. Delivered internal training, conducted emergency preparedness drills, and ensured compliance with regulatory standards through direct engagement with the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR).
  • Held the role of Regional Cargo Aviation Security Manager, ensuring full compliance with Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations for secure air cargo transport. Maintained up-to-date security protocols and worked directly with CAA representatives during audits and inspections.

Transport Coordinator & driver

JHC Haulage
Prestwick, South Ayrshire
06.2006 - 09.2011
  • Driver / planner
  • Worked directly with Warehouse and drivers to achieve a good working environment.
  • Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Supported transport clerks in improving operations and resolving issues to deliver great customer service.
  • Maximised fleet performance by executing planned maintenance of assets and promptly escalating defects to office staff and the transport manager.
  • Prevented non-compliance losses, managing tachograph and vehicle records in line with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Communicated with drivers to address accurate start times, load information and route issues.

Education

GCSE -

Wellington School
Ayr
2006

Skills

  • Transport manager with National and international CPC Qualification
  • Operational team leader
  • CAA cargo manager with counter terrorism training
  • UN dangerous goods safety advisor (DGSA)
  • Radioactive protection supervisor (RPS)
  • Trained in counter balance forklifts (5000kgs)
  • Emergency first aid trained
  • Qualified C1E driver
  • Excellent computer knowledge and skills
  • Working knowledge of health and safety regulations
  • Conducting investigations into driver, staff and fleet compliance
  • Good verbal communications, leading training and presentations with staff members
  • Leader in Staff development and training
  • Logistical transport planning with great local area knowledge
  • Customer liaison manager
  • Transportation law compliance
  • Transport legislation knowledge
  • Supply chain management experience
  • Ethical conduct understanding
  • Communication efficiency
  • Task prioritisation expertise
  • Compliance regulation familiarity
  • Stakeholder management
  • Safety management
  • Third-party logistics (3PL) customer service
  • KPI tracking
  • Operational management
  • People Management

Certification

  • Certificate of professional competence in transport (Qualified 2018)
  • Dangerous goods safety advisor (DGSA) (Qualified 2022)
  • Radioactive protection supervisor. (Qualified 2018)
  • Trained in ADR (the transport of dangerous goods) (Requalified 2022)
  • Level CM (cargo manager) CAA aviation security (Requalified 2021)
  • Class 1 driver.

Accomplishments

  • Gained a Certificate of professional competence in transport and promoted to Transport manager in the Scottish region.
  • Gaining and developing large scale contracts for high end customers.
  • Overseeing the logistics and transportation and implementation of leading logistics partners needs during the G7 summit, and the Glasgow Commonwealth games.
  • Training as a Radioactive protection supervisor and writing the company's Local rules of transportation to fulfil the needs of the Office of Nuclear regulation.
  • Training as a CM (Cargo manager) level in CAA aviation security training and implement our aviation security plan with an outstanding record within our industry.
  • Trained in ADR for the carriage and handling of dangerous goods and supervised out Scottish region with a spotless health and safety record.

Timeline

Group Transport Manager

Bullet Express Ltd
09.2023 - Current

National compliance manager

Circle Express
02.2023 - 09.2023

Scottish Regional Transport and Operations Manager

Circle Express Ltd
09.2011 - 02.2023

Transport Coordinator & driver

JHC Haulage
06.2006 - 09.2011

GCSE -

Wellington School
Craig Cunningham