Transport Supervisor

Xpo-bc1cd16f; Loughborough; Sur place; GBP 33 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

25 days holiday

Cycle to work scheme

Pension

High street discounts

Résumé du poste

XPO is recruiting a Transport Supervisor to join our UK operation. You will oversee the morning transport operation, support drivers and teams, and ensure service levels are met. The role requires coordinating planning, compliance, and performance reporting across shifts.

The position offers a structured morning shift pattern and the opportunity to develop within a growing business. A strong emphasis on safety, customer service and continuous improvement is expected.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising or leading teams within a transport, logistics or operational environment.
• A good understanding of transport compliance, driver hours legislation and operational best practice.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with drivers, customers and internal stakeholders.
• Experience producing reports and working with operational KPIs would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement and delivering outstanding customer service.

Responsabilités

• Manage the AM transport operation and ensure customer requirements are consistently met
• Support, coach and develop Debrief Clerks, Shunters and Drivers
• Plan and organise resources effectively to ensure all runs are covered efficiently
• Liaise with Customer Services and Planning teams to resolve operational issues and maintain service levels
• Manage Time & Attendance processes and respond to related employee queries
• Raise purchase orders and support defect-related administration processes
• Produce daily operational and performance reports for key stakeholders
• Monitor vehicle availability and utilisation to maximise fleet efficiency
• Support employee development and identify training requirements across the operation
• Ensure compliance with Driver Hours regulations, Working Time Directive requirements, transport legislation and company procedures
• Conduct licence checks and maintain high operational and compliance standards
• Support investigations, return-to-work interviews and disciplinary processes where required
• Ensure effective communication across the operation and provide clear shift handovers

Connaissances

Team leadership

Transport compliance

Planning

Communication

KPIs reporting

Description du poste

Ready for a change? Looking for a role where you can make an impact from day one? Do you thrive in a fast-paced transport environment and enjoy leading teams to success? We are looking for someone like you.

We're currently recruiting for a Transport Supervisor to join our operation. You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the morning transport operation, supporting our drivers and operational teams while delivering exceptional service to our customers. This role works Monday 04:00-12:30 and Tuesday-Friday 05:00-13:30, offering an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a growing and dynamic business.

Pay, benefits and more:

We're looking to offer a salary of £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 cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Manage the AM transport operation and ensure customer requirements are consistently met
• Support, coach and develop Debrief Clerks, Shunters and Drivers
• Plan and organise resources effectively to ensure all runs are covered efficiently
• Liaise with Customer Services and Planning teams to resolve operational issues and maintain service levels
• Manage Time & Attendance processes and respond to related employee queries
• Raise purchase orders and support defect-related administration processes
• Produce daily operational and performance reports for key stakeholders
• Monitor vehicle availability and utilisation to maximise fleet efficiency
• Support employee development and identify training requirements across the operation
• Ensure compliance with Driver Hours regulations, Working Time Directive requirements, transport legislation and company procedures
• Conduct licence checks and maintain high operational and compliance standards
• Support investigations, return-to-work interviews and disciplinary processes where required
• Ensure effective communication across the operation and provide clear shift handovers

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Previous experience supervising or leading teams within a transport, logistics or operational environment
• A good understanding of transport compliance, driver hours legislation and operational best practice
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with drivers, customers and internal stakeholders
• Experience producing reports and working with operational KPIs would be advantageous
• A proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement and delivering outstanding customer service

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.