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We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Transport Team Manager to join our Wigan Distribution Centre.
Salary: Up to £26,010 + Benefits
Contract Type: Full Time
Working Pattern: Permanent
Hours: 40.0
About the Role
In this key role, you’ll support the Transport Team Manager in co‑ordinating daily transport operations and people processes that keep our fast‑paced supply chain running smoothly.
We uphold three core behaviours that guide all our actions:
* Love Our Customers: We strive to delight our customers, listening and responding to their needs because they are our priority.
* Care for Our Colleagues: We support each other to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.
* Protect Our Pounds/Euros: We are committed to cost‑efficiency and value, ensuring every penny counts.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Why choose us
* Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in‑house development programmes to set you up for success.
* Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements.
* Free On‑Site Parking: Enjoy the convenience of free parking.
* Onsite Coffee Lounge: Take advantage of our onsite coffee lounge.
* Exclusive Store Discounts: Receive a 10% discount on most in‑store purchases.
* Family‑Friendly Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits are designed to support you and your family’s needs.
* My Staff Shop: Gain exclusive discounts through our ‘My Staff Shop’ portal.
* Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover.
* Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme.
* Generous Holiday Allowance: Start with a generous leave entitlement that increases by one day each year (up to 33 days) with the option to buy additional holiday annually.
* Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme.
Your Impact And Responsibilities
* Support the Transport Team Manager with planning tasks across daily transport activity.
* Manage and monitor driver dispatch in line with the Transport Daily Plan.
* Conduct driver debriefs, ensuring accurate feedback and reporting.
* Analyse driver hours and ensure accurate journey time recording.
* Complete the Driver Delivery Schedule daily, recording journey hours, duty hours, fuel usage, and trunk information.
* Manage people processes including return‑to‑work interviews and workplace investigations.
* Provide reliable cover for the Transport Team Manager during periods of absence.
Skills And Knowledge
* Proven experience working within a transport or logistics setting.
* Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
* Excellent communication skills and a confident, proactive approach to team engagement.
* A flexible attitude and willingness to support the team and business as required.
* IT literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
About Us
Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with just under 700 stores and nearly 13,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence.
Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
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