Transport Shift Manager

Life in this role 

As part of our Chilled & Fresh division we have an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Transport Shift Manager

Shifts: 3 on 3 off nights

Key Duties

• Manage the Depot Transport staff to execute Traffic plans to enable delivery of products to customers within agreed service levels
• Ensure that all available fleet is on the road and declared to enable the Planning Team to plan the resource
• Motivate and develop the team through engagement training and personal development plans
• Ensure all staff are fully trained and have the correct equipment
• Ensure that the Transport team comply with all relevant statutes and regulations
• Communicate with 3rd Party hauliers in regard to control of all reported defects on drop trailers left for pre loading
• Ensure annual MOTs and service intervals on all fleet equipment are carried out on time
• Monitor Audit and Control suppliers
• Supports communication throughout department including team briefings and publication of KPIs
• Support implementation of service improvements in conjunction with customers and other areas of the business
• Generate and implement ideas with regards to staff and operational changes which will help drive continuous improvement
• Ensure a secure and safe environment for staff both in your department and across the wider business
• Be responsible for the maintenance and fuel aspect of Transport Budget to include various KPIs and costs
• Support the company in regard to reducing its carbon footprint for example reducing road miles

Qualifications :

What youll need ... 

• Good commercial knowledge of transport operations including experience of operating in a closed book shared user environment
• Previous supervisory experience within a FMCG environment
• Planning and organising skills with a high level of numeracy
• Excellent negotiating skills with the ability to influence and steer
• Leadership and motivational qualities and proven experience of building a team
• An effective communicator at all levels good verbal and written skills
• Genuine team player a firm and confident manager who is skilled at setting clear objectives and motivating their team
• Highly tolerant of change able to work within an evolving organisation
• Commercially focused consumer orientated and customer service driven
• Problem solving in a pressurised environment
• National and International CPC qualification desirable

Additional Information :

What is in it for you

 If youre looking for a role where you can make an impact develop your career and be part of a team that works as one to achieve great results wed love to hear from you. 

• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme - our salary sacrifice scheme offers a cost-effective way to drive an electric vehicle with payments taken directly from your salary. Eligibility and salary thresholds apply. 

• Wellbeing Support your wellbeing matters to us. Through our Employee Assistance Programme youll have 24/7 access to confidential counselling and legal support whenever you need it. 

• Eye Care Vouchers free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses. 

• Reward & Recognition we love celebrating great work we recognise those who go above and beyond. 

• Everyday Discounts our benefits platform gives you access to discounts from over 50 leading retailers helping your money go further every day.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time