Shift Manager - Transport

DHL Supply Chain; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in supply chain management is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to coordinate daily logistics operations. This role requires a solid understanding of supply chain practices and warehouse procedures, ensuring compliance and productivity. You will be responsible for managing staff performance, planning transport operations, and utilizing logistics software for tracking orders. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and enjoy a range of benefits, including competitive pay and support services. If you are passionate about logistics and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Free parking

Canteen provisions

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Discounts on retail and gym

Affordable loans

Enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service

Qualifications

• Experience as a Transport Manager/supervisor in logistics.
• Knowledge of supply chain practices and logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist operational management by monitoring warehousing activities.
• Ensure compliance with driver and fleet regulations.
• Manage staffing levels and training for transport operations.

Skills

Transport Management

Supply Chain Practices

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Logistics Software Knowledge

Tools

Logistics Software

Job description

Pay Rate: £42,561.66 up to £43,625.70
Grade: M
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Any 5 from 7 - Will include weekends - Day shift
Location: Kent, ME16 0LE

DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to play a vital role coordinating our daily logistics requirements. To succeed in this role, you should have a comprehensive knowledge of supply chain management practices and a demonstrative understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods, dispatching orders and tracking transportation vehicles.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

1. To directly assist operational management by initiating, monitoring and reporting on the effectiveness of all warehousing activities and staff performance of your designated shift.
2. Accountable for forward planning of staffing levels for transport operations to drive productivity standards & operational performance.
3. Responsible for driver and fleet legal compliance in accordance with DHL Asset Management Centre of Excellence standards.
4. To manage and implement productivity by communicating job expectations to direct line reports, ensuring that all deadlines are safely met within allocated time frames while always maintaining standards of excellence.
5. To track and trace shipping orders using a digital in-house tracking software system, ensuring that all legislation and records are maintained and kept at optimum level.
6. Managing transport resources to ensure safe & legal operations, enforce walk around inspections, load security and gatehouse checks.
7. To monitor recruitment levels and initiate staff training as required, keeping up-to-date records in-line with company policies.

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box on this page - we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

1. Previous and practical experience as a Transport Manager/supervisor within a logistics environment.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain practices.
3. Previous experience of the preparation and distribution of volume orders.
4. Computer literate with a practical knowledge of logistics software packages.
5. Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage, organise and train direct reports.

WHY CHOOSE US?

As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:

1. On-site benefits: free parking, canteen provisions etc.
2. Free confidential 24/7 GP service.
3. Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym).
4. Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme.
5. 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more.

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK.

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE

DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management and we keep the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more, so they can deliver to their customers.