Transport Shift Manager

Sysco Foods NI Limited; Crumlin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A food distribution company in Crumlin is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to oversee depot activities and ensure efficient dispatch. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of management experience in a high-volume distribution environment and strong knowledge of UK transport regulations. This role offers competitive benefits and a chance to contribute to a growing organization.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Service Leave

Wellbeing Day

Learning & Development

Colleague Sysco Discount

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a relevant management role in a distribution operation.
• Strong knowledge of UK/NI transport regulations.
• Fluent English reading and writing.

Responsibilities

• Manage all depot activities for smooth operations.
• Ensure legal compliance of fleet and drivers.
• Coach and motivate the delivery team.

Skills

Experience in management

Proficiency in transport telemetric systems

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Transport Managers Certificate of Professional Competence (TMCPC)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Verizon

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Sysco – Exciting Opportunities Await. At Sysco, our success is powered by passionate, dedicated people who go above and beyond to deliver every day. We deliver opportunities to our colleagues so we can all thrive in work and beyond. We deliver the potential of food and drink to our customers, supporting thousands of cafes, restaurants and bars to thrive every day. We deliver new thinking, technology and talent to our industry. We deliver support and commitment to our communities, making a lasting impact. Be Part of Something Big – Sysco’s New Chapter in Northern Ireland. We are expanding our presence in Northern Ireland with the opening of our brand-new, state-of-the-art “Sysco Belfast” facility at Nutts Corner, Co. Antrim. This is a transformational step for our business in Northern Ireland, bringing enhanced capacity, efficiency, and career growth opportunities. We are looking for talented individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

Join Us and Grow Your Career

We are seeking passionate, ambitious, and driven individuals who want to be part of a team shaping the future of foodservice across the island of Ireland. Whether you are an experienced professional or looking for your next challenge, now is the perfect time to join us. We’re looking for a Transport Shift Manager to join our brand-new state-of-the-art Belfast facility. This role will play a key part in the overall growth of the organisation along with helping to maintain our core ethos here at Sysco – keeping the customer at the heart of everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Management of all depot activities ensuring the smooth running of depot
• Manage efficient dispatch of all routes and products to customers on a daily basis
• Staff disciplinary and investigations
• Coaching and motivating members of the delivery team
• Analysing and monitoring the performance of drivers through various metrics, ensuring compliance in multiple areas as required
• Maintaining open ongoing communication and collaboration with departments across the business and with the transport team, including daily/weekly briefings with stakeholders
• Managing delivery procedures and ensuring policies are always adhered to
• Effectively liaising with sales, QA, H&S, transport, planning, and all other operations departments to resolve all issues in a timely manner
• Ensure continued legal compliance of all fleet and drivers in line with the requirements and T&Cs of the Operator’s Licence
• Ensuring that company vehicles are properly maintained and repaired in a timely manner to minimise downtime and ensure they are clean, safely operated, and to reduce accidents and enhance the company brand
• Manage incoming and outgoing goods on a daily basis
• Manage Backhaul collections and ensure they are adhered to on a daily basis
• Other duties as and when required to meet the needs of the business
• Identify, co-ordinate, and deliver training as appropriate to meet driver needs
• Ensuring the premises are maintained to the highest standards
• Ensuring Security and Health & Safety Procedures are adhered to at all times
• Leading by example and applying company policy and procedures in a fair, consistent, ethical and unbiased manner

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in a relevant management / supervisory role in a high volume, technology driven, time sensitive distribution operation
• Experience within the Food distribution industry is advantageous
• Competent in the use of various Transport Telemetric systems such as Verizon, Tachomaster and Truckfile, and working knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
• Ability to plan and organise your own and your teams’ work activities in a safe, efficient and effective manner
• Strong knowledge of UK / NI Transport regulations (Tachograph legislation, Operators Licensing, Work Time Directive etc.) Transport Managers Certificate of Professional Competence would be desirable (TMCPC)
• Proven ability to manage a team to deliver the highest standards of service
• Proven ability to be an effective decision maker with a hands-on approach to the business
• Ability to analyse, interpret and explain and present relevant business data
• Fluent English – reading and writing
• High level of flexibility and problem solving
• A full clean Category C Drivers Licence, valid Drivers Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC) Card and a valid digital tachograph card would be advantageous
• Must possess a strong knowledge of the surrounding geographical area
• Have or be working towards a Transport Managers Certification of Professional Competence
• Occasional travel within Ireland & overnight stays, the role will cover three rotating shifts between 0400 & 1900 hours

Core Competencies

• Building Effective Relationships – Is a role model for maintaining constructive and effective relationships with others across departments and other boundaries. Demonstrates effective communication techniques and skills and is seen as a team player.
• Understanding Your Customers – acts as a role model in personal approach to internal and external customer goals. Takes time to understand the underlying needs of the stakeholders beyond those initially expressed.
• Flexibility & Adaptability – Demonstrates understanding of how change impacts people. Anticipates resistance to change and works to support effective change initiatives.
• Communication & Listening – Exceptional communication skills – writes and speaks clearly in a variety of communication settings and style. Successfully delivers messages to all levels of the business and stakeholders achieving the desired effect.

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are neither definitive nor restrictive and may change in detail from time-to-time to meet the changing needs of the business.

On Offer

• Enhanced annual leave
• Service Leave
• Wellbeing Day
• Service Recognition
• Learning & Development
• STAR Award
• Colleague Sysco Discount
• Lifestyle Savings Platform on a number of well-known brands and retailers

How to Apply

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Sysco is an Equal Opportunity Employer