This role is in support of Cencoras wholesale distribution services in Europe operating through our Alliance Healthcare business.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Leader to join the team at Alliance Healthcare UKs new next-generation Central Logistics Centre (CLC) in Birmingham. You will play a pivotal role in the launch of this world-class game-changing facility. Designed with advanced automation and cutting-edge robotics the CLC is set to redefine how Alliance Healthcare manages and delivers medical health and beauty products to our customers across the UK.

Location: Birmingham B24 8TG

Salary: Up to 44000 per annum (depending on experience)

Shift: Night shift: 9:00pm - 6:00am Monday to Friday

Hours: 40 hours per week.

Job purpose

To effectively manage a team of Admin and drivers and ensure the Central Logistics Centre Transport Fleet function delivers agreed financial and customer service objectives. The role ensures all transport operations are conducted legally safely and in full compliance with Health & Safety obligations to drivers and members of the public. You will oversee the cross-dock operation to ensure that all incoming third party activity arrives and is distributed effectively. The role involves working night shifts and managing our fleet of LGV services at the Central Logistics Centre.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Leading and supporting a team of LGV drivers to maintain a high-performing and positive work environment.
• Manage driver rotas to ensure trained cover for absences maintaining operational continuity.
• Provide coaching and guidance to team members fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Ensure drivers comply with hours tachograph rules and speed limits adhering to all legal requirements.
• Maintain all vehicles to company and legislative standards ensuring safety and reliability.
• Oversee the compilation and accuracy of all service and maintenance records to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
• Complete monthly Fleet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) by agreed deadlines monitor performance and address issues through remedial action plans.
• Participate in internal fleet audits ensuring any identified issues are resolved through the execution of action plans.
• Manage and oversee temperature-controlled distribution operations ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational standards.
• Ensure all vehicles and processes meet the specific requirements for temperature-sensitive goods.
• Manage a mixed fleet of LGVs and LCVs including vehicles based at remote locations ensuring they meet operational and compliance requirements.
• Ensure all customer deliveries are completed in the prescribed manner meeting agreed service standards.
• Lead the Health and Safety agenda for transport ensuring the department meets all Health and Safety (H&S) requirements.
• Make recommendations for improvements in processes and procedures within the area of responsibility.

Knowledge Skills and Experience Required:

• Familiarity with relevant UK transport legislation such as DVSA regulations and health and safety requirements
• Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contractual requirements within a logistics or transport environment.
• Awareness of company-specific compliance standards and KPIs
• Experience in driving operational efficiencies and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
• Ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals
• Proficient in Microsoft tools including 365 Excel PowerPoint Word and Teams

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Essential Requirements:

• Desirable to have acquired or working to transport manager CPC qualification.
• Strong leadership skills to guide motivate and develop a team and drivers.
• Previous experience in managing a cross-dock operation and management of third party suppliers.
• Previous experience in working with third party couriers.
• A strong understanding of transport operations including driver and vehicle compliance route planning and fleet management
• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing teams including conducting one-to-one meetings and managing performance
• Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within a transport or logistics environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills to deliver briefings team talks and safety updates effectively
• Proven experience in managing driver and vehicle compliance as well as health and safety requirements
• An awareness of health and safety regulations and best practices within the transport and logistics sector

Manual Handling:

Manual handling tasks such as lifting and bending are key parts of this role. Cencora Alliance Healthcare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and ensuring the safety and well-being of all team members.

If a team members ability to carry out manual handling tasks changes due to health or other reasons they should inform their people leader. This ensures that everyone can work safely and effectively.

Additional Information:

Some UK travel may be required occasionally with overnight stays. Full driving licence required

All people leader roles will need to be on call for emergency orders and alarm call outs.

All people leader roles will need to participate a weekend working rota.

An agreed element of flexibility may be required.

What Cencora offers

Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.

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