Overview
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Location: Livingston site. Full-time, Monday to Friday days. 28 days per annum including Bank Holidays. Free parking onsite.
Base pay range
Contract Manager — pay range details provided by Menzies Distribution Solutions Ltd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience; talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Key Duties and Accountabilities
* Daily and weekly financial reporting to business unit director
* Allocate and manage staff resources according to changing needs with planning-level cover
* Ensure effective and efficient use of driver and vehicle resources
* Administer customer requirements in a timely, controlled and recorded manner within the transport operation
* Seek opportunities to reduce empty running and improve efficiency within the Menzies network
* Complete periodic reviews of the delivery schedule in line with customer strategies
* Ensure fleet assets are serviced and have MOTs in line with requirements; keep paperwork and systems updated
* Analyze data to monitor performance and plan improvements
* Maintain compliance with UK and EU laws, regulations and Health & Safety legislation
* Uphold high Health & Safety standards; complete inductions and regular training logged in relevant systems
* Ensure transport planning operations stay within budgeted costs and meet contractual KPIs
* Prepare and submit KPI reports
* Attend customer meetings on-site as required
* Proactively improve fuel efficiency and MPG
* Review Microlise reports to improve driver style and behaviour for safety and efficiency
* Manage tachograph infringements to full compliance
* Ensure maintenance (tyre checks, servicing, MOT) is compliant with maintenance manuals and the law
* Complete accident reports and update risk assessments to support safety culture
* Support personal development of all contract personnel; carry out performance reviews and identify training needs
* Foster a diverse, well-balanced team and effective working environment
* Ensure sub-contractors and suppliers are authorised and provide cost-effective solutions
* Promote continuous improvement and support CI and new business wins outside the prime location
* Investigate personal and vehicle accidents per Company procedures
* Recruit, train and retain drivers
Key Experience and Qualifications
* Comprehensive knowledge of Driver Hours and Working Time Directives (WTD) regulations
* Experience running a transport operation/P&L
* Ability to manage and lead people
* Experience of managing a transport operation on a manufacturing site (desirable)
* International CPC
* Good understanding of Transport Regulations
Technical Skills and Behavioural Competencies
* Strong organizational skills for planning schedules and loads
* Good geographical knowledge
* Logical thinking and quick decision-making
* Flexible, with strong leadership and motivational abilities
* Excellent communication skills at all levels
* Good spoken and written communication; strong time management
Inclusion
Menzies Distribution Solutions is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment. We seek to recruit from the widest talent pool and encourage an inclusive culture where people feel empowered to be their best.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Distribution
Industries
* Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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