Senior Transport Clerk

Booker Group; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK wholesaler is seeking a Senior Transport Clerk in Hatfield to manage day-to-day administration in the Transport department. The role requires attention to detail, strong administration skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office. The successful candidate will oversee task planning for Transport Clerks and support operational reporting routines. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Colleague discount card

Retirement savings plan (pension)

Life Assurance

Health and Wellbeing support

Holiday package

Qualifications

• Understanding of drivers' hours and tachograph regulations is essential.
• Must be able to demonstrate industry knowledge and experience in Transport Operational Support management.

Responsibilities

• Support the day to day administration of the Transport department.
• Oversee the tasks planning and functions of the Transport Clerks.
• Deliver weekly and periodical data gathering and reporting routines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong administration skills

Good communication

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Email)

Job description

What's in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend GBP50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend GBP50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Transport Clerk to work in our busy Transport office. You will support the day to day administration of the Transport department, overseeing the tasks planning and functions of the Transport Clerks. They will report to the Transport Manager and contribute to the Department's success by ensuring KPI's are continually met.

It is essential to have a keen eye for detail, an understanding of drivers' hours and tachograph regulations and a good knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Excel, Word and e-mail. Strong administration skills are required along with good communication.

Prior to employment, you must successfully complete a drug and alcohol test

We do not accept applications from candidates residing outside of UK and must be living within a commutable distance.

You will be responsible for

• Planning tasks and functions of the Transport Clerks
• Deliver weekly and periodical data gathering and reporting routines in line with Operating mode
• Support the delivery of Cost, Safety, Productivity, Service, Culturally
• Vehicles departing at the correct Temperature
• Pre Brief and Debrief compliance
• Pre Journey driver checks carried out by the Clerks
• Admin Legal compliance
• Cover Day and/or Night shifts as per rota
• You will support the management Team by covering Section Managers Holidays

You will need

• Interest and passion to develop yourself to the next level
• Maintain good relationships with Managers, peers and colleagues
• Desire and commitment to do the best for the company.
• You are a good communicator who will share knowledge and work towards best practices.
• You can contribute to a good team spirit and build good working networks.
• Adaptable and resilient to meet the ever changing demands of our business quick thinking is essential.
• You are agile in the way you think, support the managers in making decisions and handle change.
• You will be able to demonstrate industry knowledge and experience in Transport Operational Support management
• Additional Training around Budgets

About The Company

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we're a place where Everyone's Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That's why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We're proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed employer and we're committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

Please note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco