Transport Supervisor

Phoenix Medical Supplies; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Transport Supervisor to lead their Birmingham Depot. In this pivotal role, you will ensure that key performance indicators are met while exceeding customer expectations. Your responsibilities will include monitoring operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and supporting the training of transport staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid annual leave and a contributory pension scheme. If you're passionate about logistics and leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

22 days paid annual leave

Medicash health cash plan

iTrent Financial Wellbeing app

High street discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Company-funded training programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in multi-drop driving and leadership.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drive depot KPIs in quality and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with Good Distribution Practice and health regulations.
• Support training of transport staff for operational demands.

Skills

Multi-drop driving experience

Knowledge of Health & Safety laws

Leadership qualities

Excellent communication skills

Well-organized

Education

IOSH Certification

First Aid Certification

Fire Marshall Certification

Job description

Transport Supervisor

Location: Coleshill, Birmingham

Job Type: Permanent

Region: West Midlands

Salary: £34,984.30 plus £419.90 regional supplement per annum

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:00 and Saturday 05:15 - 10:45
• or Monday to Friday 09:30 - 17:30 and Saturday 05:15 - 10:45

Posted: 24/04/2025

Recruiter: Phoenix Medical Supplies

Job Ref: kal-PHOENIXHealthcareDistributionLimited-43922-644

Job Views: 1

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Transport Team Lead or Supervisor to join our Birmingham Depot. The role involves ensuring key performance indicators (KPIs) are met and exceeding customer expectations. You will monitor operations to ensure they are carried out with attention to detail, guaranteeing customer orders are fulfilled safely, securely, and timely.

Responsibilities

1. Drive depot KPIs in quality and productivity, maintaining discipline, cleanliness, and optimal staffing.
2. Ensure compliance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP), Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), and the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
3. Collaborate with Sales Representatives regarding cut-off times, routes, delivery times, and service levels.
4. Maintain asset-tracking devices and monitor driver vehicle checks.
5. Support induction and ongoing training of transport staff to ensure they are multi-skilled and prepared for operational demands.

Physical Requirements

Stand and walk for most of the shift, lift products up to 15kg, bend, twist, kneel, and crouch.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Proven multi-drop driving experience
• Knowledge of laws and regulations related to Health & Safety
• Leadership qualities
• Excellent communication skills
• Well-organized

Desirable qualifications include IOSH, First Aid, and Fire Marshall certifications.

Benefits

• 22 days (pro-rata) paid annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Medicash health cash plan
• iTrent Financial Wellbeing app
• Access to high street discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Company-funded accredited training programs via the Apprenticeship Scheme

Note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.