Transport General Manager

DHL; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL is seeking a passionate Transport Manager to lead transport operations, ensuring safety and efficiency. With responsibilities in managing a large-scale operation, you will drive performance and compliance while enjoying competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Car or Car Allowance

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Hundreds of discounts (retail, childcare, gym)

Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service

Qualifications

• 5+ years of General Management or equivalent leadership experience.
• Experience within the Drinks Logistics Industry is desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead a large-scale transport operation within the Drinks Logistics Industry.
• Ensure legislative and compliance elements of the operation are met.
• Drive continuous improvement agenda.

Skills

Leadership

Union Relations

Budget Control

Resource Planning

Customer Facing Experience

Job description

DHL Group is a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, dedicated to providing exceptional service and value to our customers. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Transport Manager to lead our dynamic team.

Role Overview:

In this role, you will take full accountability for transport sites within your area and play a pivotal role in the operational success of your transport network. You will manage change and drive performance to ensure we meet our high standards of service and efficiency.

Are you an experienced Transport Manager with an International CPC qualification looking for your next challenge? Join DHL to lead the primary transport operations, where your expertise in union relations, pay negotiations, budget control, resource planning, and team leadership will shine. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact with a global leader in logistics.

What does the role entail?

1. Take full ownership and leadership, operational and financial responsibility for managing a safe and efficient operation.
2. Lead a large-scale transport operation within the Drinks Logistics Industry.
3. Ensure legislative and compliance elements of the operation are met.
4. Customer facing responsibilities.
5. Driving continuous improvement agenda.

What do we need from you?

• Previous experience of leading a large-scale Transport Operation is essential; experience within the Drinks Logistics Industry is desired.
• Experience working with Trade Unions.
• 5+ years of General Management or equivalent leadership experience.
• Based in Staffordshire or within a reasonable commute, as on-site presence is required.
• Customer facing experience is desirable.

Why choose us?

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

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

Our approach to diversity & inclusion

We ensure our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK. Learn more about our global approach here: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

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