About Us
WS Transportation was established in April 2014 by William Stobart and his son Edward Stobart. Nigel McMullan and Edward Stobart oversee the company’s operations.
Role
Initially focused on logistics for the construction industry and high & heavy haulage, WS Transportation has since expanded its offerings to include a comprehensive range of end-to-end solutions. To which has now recently completed its acquisition of EvCargo Distribution and Solutions growing its General Haulage division.
Salary
Competitive based on experience.
Benefits
On-site Parking, Rewards Scheme.
Shift Information
Mon - Fri, 40 hours per week.
Location
You will be based in our flagship office in Ashby-de-la-Zouch (LE65 1JR). Expect to be travelling to customer sites every week with potential overnight stays.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain working relationships with key stakeholders (external and internal) to resolve escalated issues in a mutually beneficial way and formalise corrective actions.
* Proactively develop and manage objectives at strategic and operational level to deliver value to the client while keeping them fully updated on progress.
* Interact with client at operational and commercial level to ensure performance is achieved.
* Manage a team of drivers and shunters on site to maximise contract efficiency.
* Demonstrate health and safety leadership and commitment.
* Control account performance (service & financial).
* Produce periodic performance reports and participate in review meetings.
* Manage a dedicated team of colleagues to ensure objectives are met, opportunities identified and resources optimised.
* Be responsible for haulier relationship management and productivity to satisfy client objectives.
* Develop and manage functional corrective action and continuous improvement solutions and integrate into strategic client development.
Qualifications
* Proven track record of managing customers.
* Proven track record of managing multiple direct reports.
* CPC holder (desirable).
* Previous experience in road transport.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Excellent communication skills, spoken and written.
* Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* A methodical and structured approach to problem solving.
* An approachable attitude and a flexible approach to work.
* Strong PC literacy including Word & Excel in a business capacity.
* Knowledge of driver’s hours.
* Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent.
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