RDC Manager

Lyreco Group; Dartford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday + BH

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail Vouchers

Eye care vouchers

Discounted gym memberships

Job summary

Lyreco in Dartford, UK, is seeking an experienced RDC Manager to lead our regional distribution centre on a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend work. You will champion efficient operations and staff engagement.

Key duties include vehicle compliance, driver instruction, and covering routes during holidays. The role also drives our EV fleet expansion and sustainability goals, with overtime available if desired. Excellent customer service and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold a current full C1 driving license with minimal penalties.
• Working knowledge of tachographs and EU driving regulations (WTD).
• Be organized and flexible to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Smart personal appearance is essential.
• CRB check will be required.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Team oriented; proficient with Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all vehicles are maintained to manufacturers' recommendations and comply with legal requirements.
• Establish and maintain personnel files for all RDC staff; keep records up to date.
• Motivate staff and hold regular monthly meetings; record minutes.
• Instruct drivers on operations, procedures, quality, and security.
• Cover delivery routes for holidays/absences and ad hoc volume drops.

Skills

C1 license

Tachographs

Organization

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Basic PC skills

Job description

Location: Dartford

Monday-Friday- 40 Hours (No Weekends!)

Are you an experienced manager seeking a role that offers a better work-life balance and no weekend working? Look no further! Join our team as an RDC Manager and be part of an exciting journey.

About Us:

At Lyreco, we believe in creating a workplace that values both our employees and the planet. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a dedicated RDC Manager to lead our team into the future.

Role Overview:

As an RDC (Regional Distribution Centre) Manager, you will enjoy the following benefits: Work-Life Balance: Say goodbye to weekend work! Our RDC operates Monday to Friday, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Overtime Opportunities: Need extra income, then there is the opportunity to pick up additional hours, should you wish to do so. Expanding EV Fleet: Join us in our commitment to sustainability. Be at the forefront of managing our expanding Electric Vehicle (EV) fleet, contributing to a greener future.

Responsibilities of a Regional Distribution Centre Manager include:

• To ensure all vehicles are maintained in accordance with manufacturers recommendations, are roadworthy and operate within legal requirements e.g., payload, tachograph, etc.
• Establish and maintain personnel files for all RDC staff and ensure records and information is kept up to date.
• Motivate staff and hold regular monthly meetings with all staff and produce minutes of these meetings.
• Ensure drivers are instructed on all aspects of the operation and vehicles including procedures, quality, and security.
• There will be a requirement to cover the delivery routes for staff holidays and absence as well as ad hoc volume drops.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Hold a current full C1 driving license with no more than 6 minor offence penalty points.
• Working knowledge of tachographs and EU driving regulations in relation to the working time directive.
• Be organized and flexible in approach to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Smart personal appearance is essential.
• Have knowledge of tachograph and drivers’ hours regulations.
• You will be required to complete a CRB check.
• This job role requires regular contact with the company’s customer base. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Team orientated.
• Basic PC skills and knowledge of Word, Excel, etc.

Lyreco Benefits:

• 23 days holiday + BH
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Retail Vouchers
• Eye care vouchers
• Discounted gym memberships

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes our staff, customers, suppliers and our local community. Lyreco prides itself on being an inclusive employer. We value and celebrate equality in opportunities, and we welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of our communities. We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment.

Agency CV’s will not be accepted.