Transport Shift Manager

Culina Group; Market Drayton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Culina Group is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to oversee their transport operations. You will lead a large team, ensure legal compliance, manage delivery issues, and implement health and safety practices. Strong leadership and FMCG experience are essential for this role which focuses on continuous improvement and employee development.

Benefits

Annual Leave of 235 hours

Company Bonus

Private Medical Cover

Pension scheme

Life Assurance 4x annual salary

Wellness Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Everyday discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a similar transport management position in FMCG environment.
• Ability to motivate, lead and manage a team.
• Significant knowledge and experience of tachographs, driving rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the Transport operation.
• Ensure all aspects of Transport legal compliance and Health & Safety are maintained.
• Involvement in recruitment and training of new starters.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Negotiation

Customer service

Attention to detail

IT Skills

Job description

Company Description

Culina Logistics provides integrated supply chain services and expertise for food & drink products that require strict refrigerated temperatures.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

As a Transport Shift Manager, you will manage the day to day running of the Transport operation, together with motivating and managing a large team of direct reports (including Transport Operators, Drivers & Shunters).

Working hours: 4 on 4 off nights, 18.30 - 06.30

Key Duties of aTransport Shift Manager:

• Ensure all aspects of Transport legal compliance and Health & Safety are maintained and that deliveries are made on time and at the right standard.
• Operate within budget/KPI levels of the site and strive to exceed these expectations.
• Manage and investigate all delivery issues, communicating effectively to both internal and external clients as required.
• Involvement in the recruitment and training of new starters – operations staff and drivers.
• Maintain regular reviews and develop Personal Development Plans for all team members to maximise their contributions to the department.
• Conduct safety conversations with all colleagues to engage and raise awareness of Health & Safety.
• Review and conduct risk assessments of the site, delivery points and collection points and complete regular work place inspections.
• Ensure full adherence to all statutory and legal requirements.
• Manage the team’s performance in line with Drivers Hours, WTD and MPG KPI’s.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a similar transport management position in FMCG environment.
• Ability to motivate, lead and manage a team.
• Significant knowledge and experience of tachographs, driving rules and regulations.
• Ability to effectively prioritise workloads in order to meet set deadlines.
• Have a professional and approachable character to ensure smooth running of the general operation.
• Be customer service driven with strong negotiating skills and the ability to influence and steer.
• Good IT skills including MS Office with a high level of numeracy and a keen eye for detail.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Culina Logistics a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave– Holiday entitlement of 235 hours per annum.
• Company Bonus– We do our best work tosucceed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.
• Private Medical Cover– This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa.
• Pension scheme –we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirementso we offer agreat contribution of 5%employee and 8% employer.
• Life Assurance- 4 x your annual salary.
• Wellness –Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers –We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition –We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts- via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam