Job Title: Transport Operations Manager
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About the Role: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Transport Operations Manager to lead our transportation team. As a key member of our logistics operation, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth movement of goods from our warehouse to customers across the UK.
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Key Responsibilities:
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1. People-Centric Leadership: Lead and inspire a dedicated team of colleagues to reach their full potential, focusing on well-being and development.
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2. Health & Safety: Uphold rigorous health and safety standards, fostering a culture of safety awareness throughout the transport distribution arm of the business.
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3. Performance Metrics: Continuously evolve the organisational approach to KPIs, ensuring site standardisation.
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4. Performance Management: Proven experience managing under/over performance, leading probation reviews, return to work, PDPs, annual reviews, and disciplinary actions.
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5. TMS Expertise: Utilise experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS) and Business Systems to drive operational efficiency.
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6. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with teams to support the seamless flow of goods from the warehouse to the end customer.
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7. Must-Have Skills:
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* Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain background - Essential.
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* Experience working within a FMCG background - Advantageous.
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* Minimum 3+ years' experience at Transport Supervisor/Transport Shift Manager/Transport Operations Manager level - Essential.
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* Managed teams beyond 60+ employees/drivers through direct managerial reports - Essential.
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* Exceptional people management and leadership skills - Essential.
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* An understanding of Lean Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement Methodology - Advantageous.
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* A working knowledge of TMS systems - Essential.
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* Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities - Essential.
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* Commutable to Walsall for 5 days per week - Essential.
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8. What We Offer:
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* Salary: £30,000 to £33,500 (dependent on experience).
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* Company Holidays.
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* Company Pension Contributions.
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* Additional company benefits.
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* Lots of opportunity for progression.
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How to Apply: If you're ready to drive operational excellence, champion safety and efficiency, and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, this could be the role for you.
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