Operations Manager - Maternity Cover FTC

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Penrith; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics leader in Penrith seeks an Operations Manager for a 12-15 month contract. The role involves managing the transport operation, ensuring safety compliance, and providing leadership. Ideal candidates will have a CPC and strong management experience in a logistics environment, alongside a commitment to safety. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

High street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a transport/logistics operation.
• Ability to meet objectives and promote a culture of safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage onsite transport operation for efficient delivery.
• Lead team and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Work closely with customers to improve operations.

Skills

Transport manager international CPC

People management and leadership

Health & Safety focus

Job description

Logistics done differently.

Is operating effectively in a transport environment one of your strengths? Is coordinating drivers and ensuring you run a safe and efficient operation a day-to-day occurrence for you? Do you find building strong and sustainable relationships with stakeholders a habit? If so, we are looking for an Operations Manager to join us working Monday to Friday, on a 12-15 month fixed term contract, to be based out of the British Gypsum Kirkby Thore depot.

Pay, benefits and more:

The salary on offer will be up to £46,223. We also offer 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, as well as a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other benefits.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Manage the onsite transport operation ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of the transport plan with the view to support the wider SGIS network.
• Work closely with the onsite customer having the flexibility to meet the needs of the network with a view to continuously improve the operation.
• Lead the onsite transport safety ensuring all processes and procedures are followed promoting a culture of safety throughout the organisation.
• Support with adherence to all compliance and legal obligations with a huge emphasis on safety.

• Provide leadership and guidance for your team to enable them to meet objectives, encouraging open communication.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Transport manager international CPC is essential.
• Previous experience managing a transport / logistics operation.
• Great people management and leadership skills.
• Previous experience working in a Health & Safety focused environment.

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.