The Role
We are looking for an exceptional leader to become part of our dynamic and growing business; motivating, challenging and developing the Ockendon Regional Service Centre team to their full potential.
Job Description
In the permanent, full‑time opportunity, you’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the site, bringing your experience and expertise from a similar role. You’ll already be a senior manager with a proven ability to lead large, multi‑disciplinary teams in a fast‑paced environment. Working closely with the Warehouse & Transport Assistant Site Managers, you will ensure that the RSC’s vision and objectives in the short, medium and long term are aligned to the Company’s strategy, with a clear operational plan for the coming season. The RSC Manager has substantial budget responsibility, with an overall team of over 170 staff across both warehousing and transport. As Site Manager, you’ll be responsible for ensuring your team delivers the right product, at the right time, every time at optimal cost, continually driving and challenging the status quo to improve performance.
Responsibilities
* Full responsibility for the safe performance and service delivery of the Ockendon RSC
* Direct line management of two Assistant Site Managers and leadership of an indirect team of 170+
* Manage the Ockendon budget for resource, applying cost effective use of resources through structured planning of staffing and vehicle usage
* Prepare resource planning requirements aligned to volume forecasts throughout the season
* Daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal reporting across a range of metrics including but not limited to volumes, resource and budget
* Ensure that the road transport and ‘O’-Licence requirements are adhered to consistently to safeguard compliance
* Collaborative working across the RSC and wider Distribution network to deliver cost savings and operational efficiencies
Qualifications
You will be an experienced senior Transport Manager or Site Manager within a large corporate distribution or logistics environment. A proven track record of building strong working relationships is key; you’ll work closely with other senior leaders to drive efficiencies and consistently strive for continuous improvement and best practice. Acting as a role model, we are looking for an open, honest people leader, who can demonstrate a proven ability of leading and managing large teams and complex employment‑related issues. Evidence of succession planning and developing people through coaching, mentoring and setting clear objectives and expectations is essential. The successful candidate must possess a sound knowledge of Road Transport Regulations and be a national CPC licence holder.
Benefits
* Company car
* 11% London Weighting
* Executive share allocation
* Private medical insurance
* Uniform clothing allowance of £750 per season
* Company bonus scheme
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long‑term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email Recruitmenthelpdesk@next.co.uk (please include "Workplace Adjustments" in the subject line), or call us on 01977 327 900 and leave a voicemail.
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