Distribution Manager | Lead 50+ Drivers | Bonuses

Liberty Wines Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Personal bonus up to 5% of salary

Company bonus up to 15% of salary

Company pension scheme matching up to

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Cycle to work scheme

Travel insurance

Wellbeing discounts

Job summary

Liberty Wines Ltd. seeks a Distribution Manager to lead the distribution team in Basingstoke, ensuring exceptional service from every driver in the fleet. You will plan, load and deliver within customer delivery windows across our network, while driving operational excellence and administrative support for the team.

You will manage 50+ drivers in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, develop performance, and coach staff and contract drivers to meet KPIs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering excellent customer service.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor staff and drivers.
• Experience managing 50+ drivers in fast-paced, high-volume environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the distribution team covering 24hrs 5 days/week for planning, loading and delivering.
• Oversee performance, attendance and coaching of staff and contract drivers.
• monitor route planning to ensure vehicle utilisation and on-time deliveries.
• Ensure despatch accuracy and relevant documentation.
• Implement quality controls and peak-season vehicle planning.
• Collaborate with internal/external departments to resolve issues promptly.

Skills

Customer service leadership

Team leadership

Driver management

Route planning software

Tools

Van route planning software

Job description

Liberty Wines Ltd. seeks a Distribution Manager to lead the distribution team in Basingstoke, ensuring exceptional service from every driver in the fleet. You will plan, load and deliver within customer delivery windows across our network, while driving operational excellence and administrative support for the team.

You will manage 50+ drivers in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, develop performance, and coach staff and contract drivers to meet KPIs and safety standards.