Transport shift manager
- Recruiter
- Anonymous
- Location
- Swindon
- Salary
- 29000.00 - 32000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 07 Oct 2018
- Closes
- 04 Nov 2018
- Sectors
- Logistics & Transport
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
TRANSPORT SHIFT MANAGER - URGENTLY REQUIRED
Due to recent growth, a leading food distribution business is looking to recruit a Transport Shift Manager to join its busy transport office.
You will be organised and methodical in your approach, be used to a fast-paced environment and have excellent communication skills.
You will be responsible for ensuring compliance within the transport team, manage driver relations and have a background in routing and planning.
Ideally be used to using Transport software although full training will be given
Role purpose
The purpose of this role is to manage the warehouse shift efficiently to achieve targeted performance levels within a fast 24/7 operation.
Playing a vital part in the supply chain process, you will oversee the efficient receipt, storage and delivery of goods to their branches on your particular shift. To achieve this, you will manage people, processes and systems. You're responsible for ensuring targets are met. You also ensure Health & Safety requirements are followed and take responsibility for the building and stock.
Responsibilities will include:
• Planning, coordinating and monitoring the transport section as well as warehousing
• Monitoring performance and progress;
• Motivating, organising and encouraging teamwork within the workforce to ensure productivity targets are met or exceeded;
• Maintaining standards of Health & Safety and ensuring security in the work environment;
• Manage and adjust staffing levels to meet operational requirements;
.
What we're looking for:
• Good all round communicator with excellent written and oral skills;
• Strong planning and organisational skills;
• Strong people manager, who can lead an effective team;
You:
Would you like to develop and grow your knowledge of transport regulations and legislation? Do you have excellent communication skills? Do you have an organised and methodical approach? As Transport Shift Manager, you will support the management team in a busy transport environment and take accountability for compliance for this function. Any experience in a temperature-controlled environment would be advantageous
Due to recent growth, a leading food distribution business is looking to recruit a Transport Shift Manager to join its busy transport office.
You will be organised and methodical in your approach, be used to a fast-paced environment and have excellent communication skills.
You will be responsible for ensuring compliance within the transport team, manage driver relations and have a background in routing and planning.
Ideally be used to using Transport software although full training will be given
Role purpose
The purpose of this role is to manage the warehouse shift efficiently to achieve targeted performance levels within a fast 24/7 operation.
Playing a vital part in the supply chain process, you will oversee the efficient receipt, storage and delivery of goods to their branches on your particular shift. To achieve this, you will manage people, processes and systems. You're responsible for ensuring targets are met. You also ensure Health & Safety requirements are followed and take responsibility for the building and stock.
Responsibilities will include:
• Planning, coordinating and monitoring the transport section as well as warehousing
• Monitoring performance and progress;
• Motivating, organising and encouraging teamwork within the workforce to ensure productivity targets are met or exceeded;
• Maintaining standards of Health & Safety and ensuring security in the work environment;
• Manage and adjust staffing levels to meet operational requirements;
.
What we're looking for:
• Good all round communicator with excellent written and oral skills;
• Strong planning and organisational skills;
• Strong people manager, who can lead an effective team;
You:
Would you like to develop and grow your knowledge of transport regulations and legislation? Do you have excellent communication skills? Do you have an organised and methodical approach? As Transport Shift Manager, you will support the management team in a busy transport environment and take accountability for compliance for this function. Any experience in a temperature-controlled environment would be advantageous