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Job Description

Role: Transport Manager

Salary: £48,000 + Excellent package and benefits

Working Pattern: (Sun - Thu, Days 8:00 - 16:30)

Location: Avonmouth

The Role:

As Transport Manager, you will be responsible for running a significant transport Operations and supporting the Site General Manager with the overall running of the Distribution Center. You will directly manage a large team of Transport team managers who oversee a 24/7 operation.

Key Responsibilities Include:
  • Transport Compliance: Ensuring that all legal regulations are met so that the company's ability to carry out its business is not affected
  • Budgets and Cost control: You will seek cost savings against budget where appropriate
  • Leadership & Management: Oversee and motivate a team of warehouse staff, ensuring productivity and morale are high.
  • Operational Efficiency: Ensure the traffic operation runs smoothly, accurately and cost effectively
  • Health & Safety: Enforce all safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all staff.
  • Site management: Manage yard activities in order to achieve the required high standards in all areas
  • Problem-Solving: Address any issues that arise, promptly and effectively.
  • Reporting: Maintain detailed reports and communicate key information to senior management.

Requirements:

  • Experience: Proven experience in a similar role within a Logistics or retail business. (Ideally as a Transport Manager or similar role)
  • Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess a sound knowledge of Road Transport Regulations and be a national CPC licence holder
  • Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Problem-Solving: Quick-thinking and adept at resolving issues efficiently.
  • Flexibility: Ability to cover other shifts as required by the business and adapt to changing demands.
  • Location: Live within a commutable distance of Avonmouth

The role is available on full time, permanent contact and offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits package.

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