About the Company
Rexel is a worldwide expert in distributing electric and energy‑efficient products and services. Our goal is to provide smart electrical solutions that improve the comfort, safety and security of our customers' homes, businesses, and industries.
Job Title
Transport Supervisor at Aylesbury Distribution Centre – Tuesday – Saturday 06:00 – 14:30
Benefits
* Bonus Scheme
* Time Off: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, increasing with tenure)
* Option to buy and sell holidays each year
* Enhanced parental leave
* Extensive learning opportunities from day one
* Private medical insurance and free virtual GP service
* Health and wellbeing programmes
* Contributory pension scheme, life assurance, staff discounts, exclusive holiday offers, free financial support and education
Job Description
As a Transport Supervisor you will take ownership of driver de‑briefs & briefs, route planning and communication, fleet compliance, and KPI administration tasks.
Responsibilities
* Manage efficient route planning of delivery vehicles to move stock safely and efficiently.
* Monitor vehicle movements, adjusting plans to manage delays or issues.
* Ensure safe, compliant operation of vehicles (licences, inspections, defect reporting).
* Maintain compliance with all relevant procedures, including freight transport legislation, Rexel commercial vehicle operating procedures, audit, security, environmental and health & safety policies.
* Lead, coach, and support drivers – manage rotas, absences and performance.
* Maintain accurate records: deliveries, mileage, vehicle checks, fuel and paperwork.
* Liaise with warehouse/dispatch and customers to ensure correct loading and on‑time delivery.
* Manage relationships with internal customers and third parties to determine requirements and achieve service level agreements.
* Implement and promote safe working practices and transport regulation compliance.
* Contribute to continuous improvement: refine routes, loading processes and turnaround times.
* Ensure compliance of warehouse and transport procedures and paperwork.
* Control and monitor costs (driver overtime, absences, transport carrier costs).
Qualifications
* Previous supervisory or lead experience in a transport or distribution operation.
* Comfortable working with predominately vans and some exposure to HGV operations.
* Strong communication and practical leadership skills – able to manage a small, busy team.
* Organised, calm under pressure and able to prioritise competing demands.
* Good IT skills for job planning and basic record keeping (experience with transport management systems is a plus).
What We Are Looking For
* Behaviours that support collaboration, accountability, and customer focus.
* Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others.
* Proven accountability – taking action, overcoming obstacles, meeting commitments.
* Customer‑focused approach – building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions.
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