Transport First Line Manager

DHL; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Transport First Line Manager for night shifts, responsible for managing daily transport operations. The role requires effective leadership and people management in a logistics environment. Join a leading global logistics company and benefit from competitive perks, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic workplace culture.

Benefits

Free parking

33 days annual leave

Discretionary bonus

Pension scheme with employer contribution

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Must have people management experience in a transport/logistics environment.
• Great communicator with the ability to build rapport.
• Computer literate with experience of Tachomaster and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate productivity by managing direct line reports.
• Ensure drivers are legal and compliant on a daily basis.
• Lead work activities of drivers and transport clerical team.

Skills

People management

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Tachomaster

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grade: RCS N

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract/Secondment - 12 months
Shift patterns: Monday - Friday Night Shift 8pm - 4am
Location: Normanton, WF6 1TF

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Transport First Line Manager to take the helm of our daily transport operations. Join us and be a key player in shaping the future of logistics!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• To supervise, implement and coordinate 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
• Ensure drivers are legal and compliant on a daily and weekly basis and ensure clear communication between all functions within the transport department and the warehouse team
• To manage the front desk, liaising with drivers and customers to deal with any queries. Completing defect reports and arranging servicing of fleet.
• To lead the work activities of the drivers and the transport clerical team, providing effective leadership, communication, motivation, training and development

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Must have people management experience in a transport/logistics environment
• Great communicator with the ability to build a strong rapport with drivers and customers
• Computer literate with experience of Tachomaster and Microsoft Office
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to supervise, organise and train direct reports

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking
• 33 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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