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JOB DESCRIPTION
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Team Manager has arisen to join our successful team at our 550,000 sq. ft multi temperature distribution centre in Sherburn in Elmet dedicated to Sainsbury’s. This is a key role within the transport operation, with responsibility for the effective and timely despatch of deliveries to Sainsbury’s retail and convenience stores, using the customers latest Integrated Transport Management System. Hours/Shifts: 12 hour Shifts 4 on 4 off, 06:00-18:00.
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Team Manager has arisen to join our successful team at our 550,000 sq. ft multi temperature distribution centre in Sherburn in Elmet dedicated to Sainsbury’s. This is a key role within the transport operation, with responsibility for the effective and timely despatch of deliveries to Sainsbury’s retail and convenience stores, using the customers latest Integrated Transport Management System. Hours/Shifts: 12 hour Shifts 4 on 4 off, 06:00-18:00.
How will you contribute?
To support the management of a fleet of drivers and transport support staff ensuring that they work within company guidelines.
To provide a store network with a first-class service
To ensure operational targets are met on a weekly and monthly basis. Through effective use of the customers Integrated Transport Management System and Yard Smart
To brief drivers at the start of every shift communicating planned requirements providing information on performance, company news and procedures.
Proactively encourage a positive and constructive relationship on site with the union and union representatives.
Increase communication with stores
Ensure department complies with Road Traffic Act
Ensure drivers comply with health and safety regulations
Proactively motivate the transport team by providing guidance and encouragement
Undertake such duties as may be reasonably required for the effective operation of the function and department
What will you bring?
Experience of working within a transport environment.
Knowledge of transport legislation.
Knowledge of computerised scheduling and driver management packages would be an advantage
Experience of supervising / managing a team
Ability to work on your own initiative, working to strict deadlines
A good communicator both verbal and written
Excellent PC skills
A flexible team-based approach
General awareness of health and safety
Our Culture & Benefits
In addition to agenerous salary, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include, online discount platform, onsite parking and much more.
Our people are at the core of our business and what makesWincantongreat. That’s why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.
Be a part of our values; Excellence, Integrity, Passion, Proactivity, Togetherness & Trust.Apply Now!
Our Commitment
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We want to create an environment where all colleagues feel safe, supported and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes.
Attracting diverse teams, we believe in creating an inclusive, respectful organisational culture for our colleagues and future talent.
Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Sales and Business Development
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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