Transport Supervisor

AAH Pharmaceuticals; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare distribution company in Tamworth seeks a Transport Supervisor to manage the transport department. Key responsibilities include ensuring the safe operation of equipment, maintaining compliance with health and safety standards, and delivering excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will possess clear communication skills, the ability to prioritize workloads, and experience in a similar role. This full-time position offers a salary of £28,041.90 and various employee benefits including holidays, company sick pay, and development opportunities.

Benefits

20 days holiday rising to 25

Company Sick Pay

Pension Scheme

Long Service Awards

Death in Service

Discounted Shopping Platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in managing transport operations.
• Desirable: Previous experience in Good Distribution Practice.
• Enthusiasm and commitment to team goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the transport department.
• Ensure safe operation and upkeep of driver equipment.
• Maintain high health and safety standards.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Ability to work efficiently with attention to detail

Ability to schedule and prioritize workload

Confidence to engage customers

Good numeracy and literacy skills

Effective team player

Previous Good Distribution Practice experience

Previous experience in a similar role

Job description

About The Role

Transport Supervisor: As a Transport Supervisor you will be accountable for the day to day running of the transport department, working closely with the management team to ensure that expectations and KPIs are met and exceeded. You will be responsible for the safe operation and upkeep of all driver equipment, maintaining high standards of health and safety, ensuring an excellent customer experience is always provided and all scheduling and administration. The overall goal for all AAH employees is to assist in delivering an efficient, safe and vital healthcare service to our customers.

Permanent Contract – immediate start available.

Full time role, 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 14:00 to 22:00 (shift start and finish times may vary).

Annual salary: £28,041.90

• 20 days holiday rising to 25 over 5 years plus bank holidays
• Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Death in Service
• Discounted Shopping Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A full range of development opportunities including apprenticeships, on the job training and management qualifications, including our step into management programme, regional or even Head office roles- the opportunities are endless
• Onsite parking with excellent working conditions and transport links.(Check out the map to find our exact location).

Why you’ll love working here:

• Lead and coach your team to ensure productivity and KPI’s are being achieved
• Plan and manage designated resource to undertake the day to day work to achieve service levels and key branch performance targets within employment costs
• Ensure the safe operation and upkeep of all driver equipment and maintain high standards of health and safety, cleanliness and hygiene in all areas of the branch
• Ensure the operation adheres to Standard Operating Procedures within the branch to ensure compliance with statutory requirements of all regulatory bodies, GDP, MHRA and to retain the branch ISO quality accreditation
• Make decisions which positively affect all aspects of branch performance that are aligned with our values
• Ensure an excellent customer experience is provided at all times

About You

As part of our transport team, you will have a busy and active role that will involve overseeing and ensuring the smooth running of the Transport Department’s responsibilities within the internal supply chain requirements.

Our team members are what makes us who we are, we are looking for enthusiastic people who are committed to doing their best to get the job done.

• Clear communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to schedule and prioritize workload
• Confidence to engage customers in open conversation
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Effective team player
• Previous Good Distribution Practice ‘GDP’ experience is desirable
• Previous experience is a similar role

About Us

At AAH, you’ll be part of a team playing a vital role in one of the UK’s largest pharmaceutical and healthcare distribution networks. Every day, we make a difference in millions of lives by delivering lifesaving medicines from our network of branches to pharmacies, hospitals, and GP practices across thousands of communities.

We operate with purpose and integrity, guided by our ICARE values, and are proud of the inclusive, collaborative culture we’ve built. We don’t believe in standing still, which is why we are investing in our future by transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery of our valued goods.

As part of our commitment to responsible business practices, we’re actively working to reduce our environmental impact. From modernising our delivery fleet and optimising routes to minimising waste and improving energy efficiency across our operations, we’re supporting a more sustainable future for the communities we serve.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Our person-centred approach to recruitment ensures a fair and welcoming experience, free from discrimination and bias. If you require any reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition, please let our recruitment team know so we can support you throughout the process.