We are looking to recruit a full time Transport Supervisor at our distribution centre in Cumbernauld.
Pay, working hours & benefits:
The hours of work for this role will be either the day shifts 6am - 6pm or the night shifts 6pm - 6am on a 4 on 4 off basis. However, we do require some flexibility as the successful candidate will also be expected to cover sickness / holidays
We will offer a competitive of £32,000 however this can be discussed/negotiated at an interview stage,
In addition to your pay you will also benefit from:
* 30 days annual leave (pro-rata).
* Regular breaks during your shift.
* Full training provided.
* Free canteen facilities.
* 15% staff discount to use in any of our 300+ shops on a great range of food and household essentials.
* A smart uniform and all PPE provided at no cost to you.
* Free life assurance.
* Workplace pension.
As one of our Transport Supervisors you will:
* Monitor all delivery runs, ensure that drivers are making deliveries on time and communicate with stores regarding any delays.
* Plan loads for the following days’ work, ensuring that kit is used as fully and efficiently as possible.
* Address performance issues or training needs.
* Liaise with the wider team at the depot to ensure that operational requirements are met.
* Issue progress updates to all appropriate persons. Where necessary provide detail regarding usage of kit and confirming that stores have been notified of time changes.
* Maintain ongoing coaching and support for Transport Clerks.
* Providing a safe working environment for all by adhering to H&S procedures and ensuring they are understood and practised by the team.
* Ensuring compliance of Standard Operational Procedures (SOP’s) and ensuring the department continuously achieves a high level of customer focus & service.
You will need:
* A friendly, positive, hard working approach to work.
* Experience of working in a Transport environment;
* Knowledge of UK geography and road network;
* Experience of using a WMS;
* A proven track record of cost savings, productivity costs, quality control and error reduction;
* Excellent team building, leadership and motivational skills;
* Ability to communicate in an open and honest manner with the team;
* Flexibility to work various shift patterns in response to customer demand.
* A HGV Licence is desirable not essential.