Transport Manager – Greggs
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Vacancy Information
We have a fantastic opportunity to join the Logistics team at Greggs Enfield Distribution Centre and really help to shape the future Transport operation.
We can offer you
* Management Bonus Scheme which is worth up to 10% of your salary
* Pension scheme with matching employer contributions up to 7%
* Colleague discount, up to 50% off our own-produced product
* Profit share – We want everyone to share in the success of the business, so we distribute 10% of our profits to all our colleagues who have at least 6‑month service, or more, each year
* 25 days (5 weeks) annual leave, pro‑rated, increasing with service (in addition to bank holidays), plus 1 additional floating day
* The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave twice a year
* Colleague share plans, giving you the opportunity to save and invest in Greggs, with the chance to buy Greggs shares at a discounted rate
* Private Medical Insurance which is free for you and subsidised for your dependant
* Income Protection should you become unable to work due to long‑term sickness
* Death in service benefit which provides a lump‑sum payment equal to 4 times your year's salary
* Virtual GP, Physiotherapy and Lifestyle Consultations – we provide access to a fantastic total wellbeing app for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Programme – we provide all colleagues with access to an EAP helpline providing mental health support as well as financial and legal support
* Savings and discounts, including digital gift card discounts, online cashback, in‑store and online coupons and lifestyle offers
* Career progression and learning and development opportunities
* A company who cares about our communities; the environment and being a better business! Click here to read about The Greggs Pledge
* Colleague Networks – internal groups where colleagues and their allies can share their own experiences, offer feedback on the way we do things at Greggs, and provide support to one another
About the role
* This is a full‑time role, however flexibility in this will be considered.
* We know that having a work‑life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their role.
* The base location for this role is Enfield Distribution Centre, EN3 7P.
Responsibilities
* Lead a team of drivers and supervisors to deliver against the logistics strategy.
* Drive a culture of excellence, openness and continuous improvement.
* Responsible for Transport Planning and Problem Solving.
* Ensure fleet is serviced and maintained and that the operation is fully compliant with legislation and company policy where applicable.
* Recruit, train, and coach members of the transport team to improve performance and manage underperformance where necessary.
* Creating and implementing rota patterns for 24-7 cover whilst maintaining service and budgetary control.
* Developing and maintaining set Key Performance Indicators and ensuring these are fully utilised to drive improvement.
* Ensuring that Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations and standards are adhered to.
* To encourage a Food Safety Culture within the team.
* Ensuring that Team training is carried out within company policy and legal compliance.
* Leading the team with high visibility through regular meetings and coaching, promoting a culture of achievement and responsibility in line with the values.
* To be responsible and accountable for achieving targets, continuous improvements and projects.
* Carrying out PDR’s with direct reports, agreeing targets and objectives, conducting monthly 1-to-1’s and agreeing individual development plans to forge strong communication links within the department.
* Ensure professional, industry and business‑related knowledge and skills are kept up to date.
Qualifications
* Hold a National CPC or International CPC (Training may be given).
* Have up to date knowledge of WTD and all relevant transport legislation.
* Take ownership and effectively challenge unacceptable standards of behaviour.
* Lead by example.
* Are a strong team player, able to build good working relationships at all levels and lead by example.
* Have experience of, and the ability to multi-task and work with multiple priorities calmly and at pace.
* Are results focused with strong planning, prioritising and organisational skills.
* Have advanced IT skills including Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
* Are self‑motivated with the ability to work under pressure and using own initiative.
* Have strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience of analysing information and issues to identify current and potential problems and develop and implement workable solutions.
* Are supportive of an inclusive culture – recognising and valuing that difference is good.
* Want to develop and are ready to work alongside some great people and have lots of fun on your Greggs journey.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Supply Chain
* Industries: Food and Beverage Services
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