Company description:
XPO, Inc
Job description:
Logistics done differently:
Ready for a change? Looking for a role that you can develop into? Ready to join a site as its growing? We are looking for someone like you. Were currently recruiting for a Transport Shift Supervisor on the Day Shift, working a 4 on 4 off pattern, based at our site in Leigh, as part of this busy transport operation on our IKEA contract.
Pay, benefits and more:
Were looking to offer a salary of up to £27,000per annum. In addition, we offer 20 days holiday Including bank holidays, as well as the option to buy additional days. Youll have access to a variety of high street discounts as well as a Salary sacrifice car scheme, cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.
What youll do on a typical day:
To supervise the day to day operations on site including people management, warehousing, traffic and admin operations.
To deputise for Shift Manager when required.
Overall responsibility for the management of customer stock from receipt to final last mile delivery for all customers. Working with IKEA (But not limited to this)
Working with the Shift Manager on operational costs, achieving budget whilst identifying and then delivering cost reduction within the site.
Ensure efficient planning of resource to ensure the operation is undertaken in the most cost effective and efficient manner
Proactively plan and engage with other departments to ensure a collaborative approach and effective resolution of issues.
To ensure all vehicles are loaded and unloaded safely and correctly within specified time limits.
To ensure warehouse operatives complete loading and unloading documentation on time and in full
Responsible for ensuring that the quality of the product and service within the Warehouse is maintained at the highest possible standards for the customer
Develop and manage site KPIs in line customer SLA.
Provide leadership and direction to the team.
Manage the team at your site.
Motivate, coach, and develop a high performing Hub team.
Be the point of contact for the Customer.
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Create and drive a culture of continuous improvement and lead process improvement activities.
What you need to succeed at XPO:
Its important you have exposure of working in a fast-paced environment no two days will be the same and we need you to think on your feet
Previous experience supervising and developing a team within a complex transport environment
Proven experience within transport and a good understanding of compliance and driver hours
Computer literate as will be answering email, dispatching drivers, and compiling a handover every morning.
Team building experience.
Experience in a fast-paced, time critical environment.
Some transport experience dealing with C+E drivers would be beneficial.
Be part of Something Big:
We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesnt precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please dont hesitate to let us know.
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