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Transport Team Manager - Bedford Depot
Up To £36,400 Depending On Experience
Rota basis (Days) including weekends
Every Other Weekend
We are looking for an experienced Team Manager in our Transport operation, who is motivated, friendly, hard-working and passionate. The ideal candidate has the drive and motivation to support and engage a diverse team. You will be required to support and assist the Operations Manager with the organisation and control of efficient and profitable operations within the depot.
If you have the desire to manage, with drive and determination, then this could be the role for you.
Some Key Accountabilities
* To support the Operations Manager with the supervision of effective operations and adherence to H&S legislation
* To carry out supervisory tasks as required by the Operations Manager
* To cover areas of operations when low on resources as requested by the Operations Manager to ensuring consistent operational performance
* To ensure effective operations in the temporary absence of the Operations Manager
* The assist with staff scheduling, including absence management and performance
* To assist the Operations Manager in the effective use and maintenance of all equipment and machinery
Some Key Knowledge, Skills, Experience And Qualifications Required
* Good level of Maths and English and working knowledge of Microsoft programmes- Word and Excel is desirable
* Warehousing experience essential
* Excellent communication skills and the capacity to build good working relationships with colleagues and customers
* Strong organisation and time management skills essential
* Ability to deal with conflict in an effective and professional manner
* Shows a commitment to ongoing personal development and training, always striving to improve
First line Management experience and experience in managing people in a food distribution environment is essential
IT Literate and knowledge of using a WMS system would be an advantage
What's in it for you?
Excellent Benefits Package Including
* Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
* Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
* Outstanding Training & Development
* Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced convenience store
* Generous staff discount in all our SPAR stores (excl. Alcohol & Cigarettes)
* Proactive promotion of internal candidates
* Paid Breaks
* Free Tea & Coffee
* Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’
* 24/7 access to your payslips and Rotas via HR/Payroll portal
* Wellbeing support – access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice
* Company Pension Scheme
* NEST pension scheme
* Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme
* Extra Holidays - Purchase Scheme
* Cycle to work - Bicycle purchase scheme
* Long Service Awards
Please Download The Job Description For More Information.
Inclusive environment: as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Department
Logistics, Distribution & Warehouse
Contract type
Permanent
Hours
40 hrs p/wk
Salary
up to £36,400 depending on experience + benefits
Benefits
Staff Discount, Company Pension Scheme, Company Sick Pay Scheme, Additional Holidays, Long Service Awards, Cycle to Work Scheme, Life Cover, Employee Volunteering opportunities
Closing date for applications
26th June, 2025
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Mid-Senior level
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* Industries
Retail
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