Distribution Team Leader

ADM; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in nutrition is seeking a Distribution Team Leader in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This role involves planning and coordinating transport functions effectively and maintaining high customer service standards. Candidates must show commitment to safety, possess good PC skills, and manage driver and vehicle performance. The company offers attractive remuneration and career growth opportunities in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Subsidised health & fitness offers

Flexible work time models

Career development programs

Mentorship opportunities

Support for maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to managing safety in the workplace.
• Good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Office.
• Effective team worker and communicator in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer relationship skills.
• Ability to plan, prioritise, and pay attention to detail.
• Experience in a distribution or logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate transport functions safely and efficiently.
• Maintain compliance with safety and health regulations.
• Manage driver and vehicle standards and performance.
• Ensure responsible cost control and manage fleet compliance checks.

Skills

Commitment to safety

PC literacy

Teamwork and communication

Customer relationship skills

Planning and problem solving

Management skills

Education

GCSE level 2 Grades 4-9 or NVQ / SVQ equivalent

Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage Operations

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Distribution information systems

Job description

Job Description

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for a Distribution Team Leader in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. The main purpose of the role is to plan and co‑ordinate the transport function in a safe, legal complaint and cost effective manner. A focus to maintain excellent customer service standards and ensure compliance with all relevant legislations and company standards concerning vehicles and drivers.

Your Responsibilities

• Initially reporting to the Transport Supervisor the main duties of the role will include:
• Maintaining compliance with Safety and Health in the workplace.
• Comply with documented Safety and Health responsibilities.
• Comply with all legal requirements of Operator Licensing.
• Maintain ADM defined distributions standards.
• Plan vehicle and staff resource in the most cost effective manner.
• Manage driver and vehicle standards and performance.
• Ensure responsible cost control.
• Manage fleet appearance and vehicle compliance checks.

Your Profile

• A strong commitment to managing safety within the workplace.
• A good level of PC literacy (including Microsoft Office suite, Enterprise and experience of distribution information systems)
• An effective team worker and communicator with the ability to work in a FMCG environment.
• Excellent customer relationship skills.
• Ability to plan and prioritise while problem solving with close attention to detail.
• Ability to manage and motivate people.
• A Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage Operations or willingness to study towards one.
• Safety qualification of IOSH or NEBOSH is desirable or willingness to study towards one.
• Educated to GCSE level 2 Grades 4-9 or NVQ / SVQ equivalent.
• Experience of a distribution, logistics or supply chain environment.

Your Future Perspective

• Challenging tasks, short decision‑making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models.
• Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity. To assist with this all colleagues are able to join our Women’s and Multicultural Employee Resource Groups, and the ADM Pride Employee Network and the Young Professionals Network. As well as the company wide mentorship programme as mentor or mentee.
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
• An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidised health & fitness offers.
• ADM is a company where managers and colleagues are encouraged to discuss and enable the flexibility that is needed to meet the demands of work and life.
• Additional benefits and support for maternity and paternity leave.
• ADM are an advocate of having a workforce who are aware of their mental health. In addition to our network of Mental Health First Aiders, all new starters to the business will be enrolled in ‘Mental Health Aware’ training within three months of joining the business.

Learn more about ADM at www.adm.com and www.4flour.co.uk

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity at our company to encourage a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge within our business. To assist with this the Company has established a UK Diversity forum to support participation of under‑represented groups in the workplace. If you feel this job is for you, unlock your potential and apply now online informing us about your earliest possible entry date and salary expectation. By applying for this position, you agree to ADM’s privacy notice.

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry‑advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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