Transport Supervisor

Culina; Radfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Wellbeing Support

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Everyday Discounts

Job summary

Culina is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead the day traffic operations and driver team, planning resources across own and third-party fleets with clear driver instructions.

Role focuses on meeting service levels cost-effectively, adhering to hours and safety rules, and close liaison with management to drive efficiencies and performance. Benefits include salary sacrifice car scheme and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Experience leading day traffic operations and driver teams.
• Knowledge of FMCG logistics and Health & Safety regulations.
• Experience with fleet maintenance and vehicle servicing.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day traffic operations and driver teams to plan resources.
• Communicate effectively with drivers and sub-contractors.
• Plan utilization of drivers, vehicles, sub-contractors and agency drivers.
• Ensure compliance with drivers' hours regulations and safety.
• Monitor RDC performances and balance own fleet vs subcontracted.
• Support Operations Manager in meetings or reviews.
• Ensure vehicle and trailer services are completed on time.
• Ensure ESP completed daily and trips resourced.

Skills

Fleet management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Vehicle maintenance

CPC knowledge

LGV licence (desirable)

Education

CPC (desirable)

LGV licence (desirable)

Job description

To be responsible for leading the day traffic operations team and driver team in ensuring the planning of Company and / or Third Party resources, managing vehicle utilisation and ensuring Drivers are given clear and precise instructions. To ensure that all service levels are met cost effectively and within the constraints of the driver's hours and Health and Safety regulations.,

• To ensure that all elements of the job are communicated effectively to all personnel especially drivers and sub-contractors.
• To plan the effective utilisation of drivers, vehicles, sub-contractors and agency drivers and ensuring that all the companies' sites are considered when doing so.
• To ensure that people under your control work within a safe environment and follow drivers hours regulations when driving.
• Close liaison with fellow team members and management to discuss efficiencies and agreed operational practises.
• Assist in the control of equipment ensuring that customer requirements are met and recorded.
• To monitor RDC performances.
• Assist in the Management of the balance between own fleet and sub contract requirements.
• Support and if necessary covering the Operations Manager in meetings or customer reviews.
• Ensure that all vehicle and trailer services are completed on time.
• To ensure ESP completed daily and all trips fully resourced on a daily basis.

• What you’ll need …
• LGV driving licence is desirable
• Experience of fleet maintenance
• Knowledge and experience of FMCG environment
• Current CPC would be advantageous
• Experience of vehicle servicing and maintenance within a similar environment
• Good knowledge of vehicle mechanics
• Thoroughness/attention to detail
• Able to work effectively in a team
• Good communication skills

Culina is the UK's leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation's best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We’re proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day. We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Chilled & Fresh division - from supplier to shelf, we make fresh supply chains simpler. Our expertise in temperature-controlled logistics ensures products are delivered safely, efficiently and on time, helping customers maximise availability and minimise waste.

• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme - our salary sacrifice scheme offers a cost-effective way to drive an electric vehicle, with payments taken directly from your salary. Eligibility and salary thresholds apply.
• Wellbeing Support - your wellbeing matters to us. Through our Employee Assistance Programme, you’ll have 24/7 access to confidential counselling and legal support, whenever you need it.
• Eye Care Vouchers - free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition - we love celebrating great work, we recognise those who go above and beyond.
• Everyday Discounts - our benefits platform gives you access to discounts from over 50 leading retailers, helping your money go further every day.