Company description:
Bertelsmann is a media, services and education company that operates in about 50 countries around the world. It includes the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House, the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr, the music company BMG, the service provider Arvato, the Bertelsmann Printing Group, the Bertelsmann Education Group, and Bertelsmann Investments, an international network of funds. The company has 117,000 employees and generated revenues of €17.1 billion in the 2015 financial year. Bertelsmann stands for creativity and entrepreneurship. This combination promotes first-class media content and innovative service solutions that inspire customers around the world
Job description:
Salary: £48,000.00
Location: East Midlands Gateway
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
We seek a highly motivated and experienced Transport Carrier Manager to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will build professional relationships with our transport suppliers to ensure we are getting the best service most cost-effectively. Reporting to the Head of Transport, you will lead, develop, and support the Transport Management Specialists while overseeing the transport department's daily operations, ensuring its efficiency.
Your tasks Plan, coordinate, and manage transportation operations to ensure timely delivery of goods.
Develop and implement transportation policies and procedures.
Monitor and optimise transport costs and performance (maintaining transport margins)
Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and safety standards.
Manage and lead a team of Transport Management Specialists to ensure the business needs are achieved
Coordinate with clients and suppliers to meet their transportation needs.
Maintain accurate records of transport activities and prepare reports.
Provide transport proposals for new business, by completing carrier system negotiations and then implementing new clients.
Support new initiatives and take an active part in projects relating to Transport
Your profile Proven experience as a Transport Manager or in a similar role.
Experience in people management and developing teams.
Strong knowledge of transportation regulations, logistics, and working with carrier insurance requirements
Experience in leading RFQs with potential new clients
Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in transportation management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
What we offer 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days
Pension contribution
A life assurance policy that pays out 4 x Salary
Employee Assistance Programme that provides you with confidential support, information, and advice to help you
Employee Discount Scheme through Benefit Hub
Free Parking
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