Transport Supervisor

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Hanley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Transport Supervisor to join a dynamic team in Stoke. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing fleet operations and ensuring compliance with regulations. Benefits include a competitive salary and various perks like holidays and discounts.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

High street discounts

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a transport/logistics organisation.
• Working knowledge of driver hours regulations.
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transport Team Manager in their daily duties.
• Management of Core Fleet Drivers & Subcontract Haulier drivers.
• Ensure quality control of all subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

CPC (desirable)

Job description

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Ready for a change? Looking for a role that you can develop into? Ready to join an exciting brand-new contract site as its growing? We are looking for someone like you.

We’re currently recruiting for a Transport Supervisor to be based in our customer site in Stoke. As part of this busy transport operation, you’ll ensure the timely and safe dispatch of drivers across
Monday to Friday, 2pm to 10pm.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £33,000 per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts as well as a salary sacrifice car scheme, cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Support the Transport Team Manager in their daily duties
• Management of Core Fleet Drivers & Subcontract Haulier drivers
• Deputise for Transport Team Manager as required
• Ensure quality control of, all subcontractors and suppliers
• Foster, maintain and improve relationships with colleagues throughout XPO and
with other depots.
• Raising training needs and requirements to Transport Team Manager
• To ensure all company procedures and processes are being followed by operators
• Any other reasonable duties as required by the Transport Team Manager/Transport
Operations Manager
• To undertake any relevant training events in line with own personal development
needs and business requirements
• Work with Fleet Administrator to ensure vehicles/trailers are inspected/Serviced/MOT
within agreed service schedules.
• To undertake any other reasonable task as required.
• To maintain fleet standard and act on defects
• To ensure tachograph records are up to date
• To act upon personal and road traffic accidents


What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Previous experience within a transport / logistics organisation
• Experience of managing conflicting priorities in a fast moving
Environment
• CPC* would be desirable
• Working knowledge of driver hours regulations
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements


Be part of something big.

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.