Company Description
Are you someone who thrives on getting teams moving, solving problems on the go and keeping deliveries on time? Do you enjoy a hands‑on role in a busy hub where every decision counts? We have an opening for Transport Supervisor to join our Glasgow Hub, working a Monday - Friday, 04:30 – 13:00 shift pattern.
The Benefits Of a Career With Rexel
* Bonus Scheme
* Time Off: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, increasing throughout the years)
* You can also buy and sell holiday each year
* Enhanced parental leave
* Support & Development: Extensive learning opportunities from day one.
* Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance / Free virtual GP service, Healthy Mind Champions, and more!
* Perks: Contributory pension scheme and life assurance, Staff discounts, exclusive holiday offers and free financial support and education
Job Description
As a Transport Supervisor, you will take ownership of route planning, driver briefs, liaising with branches and other hubs, and coordinating with warehouse management and admin to support day‑to‑day work allocation to ensure that external and internal customer expectations are met.
Role Responsibilities
* Manage efficient route planning of delivery vehicles, ensuring stock is moved safely.
* Monitor vehicle movements and progress, adjusting plans to manage delays or issues.
* Ensure safe and compliant operation of vehicles (licences, inspections, defect reporting).
* Manage compliance with all relevant procedures, including freight transport legislation, corporate vehicle operating procedures, audit, security, environmental and health and 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 compliance with transport regulations.
* Contribute to continuous improvement: help refine routes, loading processes and turnaround times.
* Ensure warehouse and transport procedures and paperwork are compliant.
* Control and monitor costs, such as driver overtime, absences and transport carrier costs.
Qualifications
At Rexel, we prioritise hiring individuals based on behaviours and potential rather than specific formal qualifications. The behaviours that will set you up for success as a Transport colleague include:
* Collaboration: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to achieve shared objectives.
* Takes Accountability: Taking action, overcoming obstacles, and meeting commitments.
* Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions.
What We Are Looking For
* Previous supervisory or lead experience in a small transport or distribution operation (despatch/transport).
* Comfortable working primarily with vans and some exposure to HGV operations.
* Strong communicator with 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.
Additional Information
At Rexel UK, we’re all about welcoming people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives because we know that diversity drives fresh ideas and great results. By coming together as one team, we’re building a high‑performance culture that not only drives success but also creates real value for our customers and communities. Creating an environment where individuality is celebrated and creativity flourishes, we’re making sure everyone feels supported and confident to be their best.
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