Jenkins
Jenkins is a port-centric cargo handling, warehousing and logistics business specialising in the paper and forest products sector. Our excellent customer service and engagement is built from our strong operational performance, carried out in a safe and compliant environment. We have a solid record for outstanding service, streamlined facilities, plus exceptional management and logistic capabilities. Our customers are typically global forest product manufacturers, and our core market is bulk and containerised cargo shipments arriving into the UK and Ireland by sea.
We have been operating for over 40 years, and have grown to become the market leader in the UK and Ireland. We are headquartered in Belfast, Northern Ireland and operate in 13 different locations across the UK and Ireland, including Felixstowe, Belfast, Dublin, Hull, Liverpool and Sheerness.
The Role
Reporting to the Transport Manager, the Transport Supervisor is responsible for efficiently managing a daily schedule of customer orders and deliveries in a safe and compliant manner and at the same time maximising the profitability per truck per day. The role will also be responsible for providing high quality customer service and at the same time seeking to enhance commercial opportunities for growth and reducing empty running.
This opportunity is suited to a highly ambitious, communicative and proactive individual who enjoys working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. The hours of work are Monday to Friday 8.00 – 17.00, with occasional 'on call' work required.
The Person
In order to succeed in this role, the individual will have the following essential criteria:
* Hold a CPC qualification, working towards one or a willingness to become qualified
* GCSE grade C and above in English and Maths
* Hold a minimum of 2 years' recent/current Transport Planning experience in a fast-paced environment, including the supervision of a team of drivers.
* Hold experience in working closely with Operational and Transport Teams for service delivery
* Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, particularly Microsoft Excel
* The ability to develop good working relationships with customers and colleagues
* Hold experience in communicating at different levels across an organisation and the ability to adapt tone and style to suit audience
* A demonstrable track record of excellent organisational, analytical, prioritisation and problem-solving skills, e.g. able to establish a clear structure to your work to maximise the best use of your time
* Experience in problem solving and working proactively towards solutions
* The ability to deal with and manage competing priorities with precision and accuracy
* A professional written communication style
Competencies:
The key competencies required for effective performance in this role are:
* Customer Service Orientation
* Risk Management
* Problem Solving
* People Management
* Flexibility & Adaptability
* Commercial Acumen
* Financial and Budgetary Management
* Relationship Management
* Communication
In Return, we offer:
* Competitive Salary of circa £32-34,000 (dependent on experience);
* Provision of company laptop and any other necessary IT equipment;
* Opportunity for hybrid working after a satisfactory induction period and transition to the Jenkins;
* Free on-site Parking when in the office;
* Contributory Pension and Life Assurance schemes;
* Professional Development Opportunities;
* Opportunity to be part of a strong private equity backed business at an exciting stage in our growth.
To Apply:
Please note that application should be made via submission of a current CV providing demonstrable evidence of how you meet the essential criteria.
Return CVs and cover letters to our careers inbox a Closing date for application: Monday 17th February at 12 noon.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,000.00-£34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 02/09/2025