Transport First Line Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Manchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in supply chain management is seeking a Transport FLM to oversee daily logistics operations. This role involves supervising a large team of drivers, ensuring compliance with regulations, and facilitating communication between departments. With a focus on leadership and productivity, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining high standards and efficiency. Join a company that values talent and offers a range of benefits, including a 24/7 GP service and discounts on various services. If you're passionate about logistics and team management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Discounts (retail, childcare, gym)

Affordable loans

Enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service

Qualifications

• Experience managing a large driver fleet of up to 120 drivers.
• Strong knowledge of transport and supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate productivity, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Lead and manage the transport clerical team effectively.

Skills

People management

Transport office experience

Logistics software knowledge

Communication skills

Knowledge of Working Time Directive

Tools

Logistics software packages

Job description

Pay Rate: £34,473.29
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: 4 on, 4 off working 7am-7pm
Location: Greater Manchester, M26 2XH

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

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

• Supervise, implement, and coordinate productivity by communicating job expectations to direct reports, ensuring all deadlines are safely met within allocated time frames, while maintaining standards of excellence.
• Ensure drivers are legal and compliant daily and weekly, and facilitate clear communication between all functions within the transport department and the warehouse team.
• Lead the work activities of drivers and the transport clerical team, providing effective leadership, communication, motivation, training, and development.
• Carry out HR management tasks such as staff reviews, appraisals, absence management, and disciplinaries.

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— we value talent and potential:

• People management experience within transport, ideally managing a large driver fleet of up to 120 drivers.
• Experience working within a transport office or supply chain environment.
• Computer literacy with practical knowledge of logistics software packages.
• Excellent knowledge of the Working Time Directive and Drivers' Hours regulations.
• Strong communication skills across various stakeholders, including customers.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Along with competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits, including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP service.
• Hundreds of discounts (retail, childcare, gym).
• Affordable loans and an enhanced pension scheme.
• 24/7 employee support service for you and your family, with access to free counselling and more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We ensure all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK. Learn more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

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