Transport Supervisor AM

xpo; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in supply chain solutions, XPO is seeking a Transport Supervisor in Northampton. The role involves managing 30 drivers, ensuring compliance, and optimizing transport operations. With a salary up to £28,000 and a range of benefits, XPO is committed to creating an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Access to high street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder interaction.
• Good understanding of fast-paced transport operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transport operations on site and customer premises.
• Ensure compliance with working time directives and manage fleet compliance.
• Liaise with management for efficient vehicle usage and cost minimization.

Skills

Communication

Understanding of fast-paced transport teams

Microsoft packages

Job description

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We’re looking for

a talented Transport Supervisor to join us, working Monday to Friday, 0600 - 1500 at our site in Crick. As part of our transport network operations, you’ll oversee 30 drivers, managing collections and deliveries for two contracts with the high street brands; Lakeland and Nespresso.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £28,000. 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, cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Coordinate the transport operations on site and on customer premises to meet both customer and company expectations
• Liaise with line management to ensure the effective use of hire vehicles/subcontractors, minimizing the cost impact to the business
• Ensure that all drivers are compliant with the working time directive regulations and that any accidents/incidents are investigated in a timely manner
• Responsible for the daytime transport operation: ensure that vehicles are planned properly, dispatch & debrief drivers as per company policy, ensure all paperwork is completed and filed correctly, ensure depot compliance is up to date on Tacho management system, and all infringements are signed off in a timely manner. Investigate and rectify any missing mileage, manage breakdowns and defects in a timely manner, send appropriate and accurate handover
• Maintain fleet compliance, including MOTs etc.
• Oversee health and safety management

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• A good understanding of fast-paced transport teams
• Excellent communication skills – you’ll be speaking regularly with various stakeholders
• Good understanding of Microsoft packages including Excel and Outlook

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. 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 backgrounds and identities. If you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please let us know.

XPO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods 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 describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel in this classification. They are not exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.