Role: Transport Manager
Salary: £48,000 + Excellent package and benefits
Working Pattern: (Sun - Thu, Days 8:00 - 16:30)
Location: Avonmouth
The Role:
As Transport Manager, you will be responsible for running a significant transport Operations and supporting the Site General Manager with the overall running of the Distribution Center. You will directly manage a large team of Transport team managers who oversee a 24/7 operation.
Key Responsibilities Include:
* Transport Compliance: Ensuring that all legal regulations are met so that the company's ability to carry out its business is not affected
* Budgets and Cost control: You will seek cost savings against budget where appropriate
* Leadership & Management: Oversee and motivate a team of warehouse staff, ensuring productivity and morale are high.
* Operational Efficiency: Ensure the traffic operation runs smoothly, accurately and cost effectively
* Health & Safety: Enforce all safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all staff.
* Site management: Manage yard activities in order to achieve the required high standards in all areas
* Problem-Solving: Address any issues that arise, promptly and effectively.
* Reporting: Maintain detailed reports and communicate key information to senior management.
Requirements:
* Experience: Proven experience in a similar role within a Logistics or retail business. (Ideally as a Transport Manager or similar role)
* Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess a sound knowledge of Road Transport Regulations and be a national CPC licence holder
* Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and team management skills.
* Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Problem-Solving: Quick-thinking and adept at resolving issues efficiently.
* Flexibility: Ability to cover other shifts as required by the business and adapt to changing demands.
* Location: Live within a commutable distance of Avonmouth
The role is available on full time, permanent contact and offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits package.