Transport Team Manager

BM Stores; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Transport Team Manager for its Bedford Distribution Centre. You'll manage loading teams and HGV Drivers, ensuring safety and efficiency in deliveries. The ideal candidate will have experience in team management, a solid understanding of Health and Safety regulations, and strong IT and communication skills. Joining this fast-paced business offers opportunities for career growth and an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Experience managing a team of drivers.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements in HGV and warehouse environments.
• Strong data input and control skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Loading teams and HGV Drivers.
• Conduct driver briefings and de-briefs.
• Liaise with retail teams and report incidents.

Skills

Team management

Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations

Strong communication skills

Strong IT skills

Job description

Transport Team Manager – Bedford Distribution Centre

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off | 06:00 to 18:00

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From humble beginnings in Blackpool, B&M has grown into one of the UK's leading variety and discount retailers. With over 750 stores, 35,000 colleagues, and more than 4 million customers visiting every week, our growth story is something we're proud of.

Our Group now includes Heron Foods and B&M France, as we continue to expand across the UK and beyond. None of this would be possible without our "Best in Class" warehousing and logistics teams - the heartbeat of our business, keeping our shelves stocked and our customers happy.

Be part of something bigger at B&M!

We're looking for a detail orientated, self-motivated Transport Team Manager to join our Distribution Centre in Ellesmere Port.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team in a key operational area, which plays a vital role in keeping over 750 stores stocked and ready to serve our 4 million customers every week.

What you'll be doing

As a Transport Team Manager, you will be managing our Loading teams, as well as our HGV Drivers, to ensure that deliveries are loaded accurately, safely and our trucks are in a sound operational state.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conduct driver pre‑shift briefings and post shift de‑briefs
• General day to day management of Drivers
• R2C data entry, as well as completing Scania grading/reports
• Conducting return to work meetings, probation reviews and conduct/absence investigations
• Liaise with and support the retail teams when required
• Liaise with and report near misses to relevant Warehousing based teams
• Assist Transport Shift Manager with their duties when required.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who has experience managing a team of drivers. You should also be aware of the Health and Safety requirements of working around HGV's and in a warehouse Environment.

You’ll need to have:

• Demonstrable experience in managing a team
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations
• Strong IT skills and able to input/control data
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build supportive professional relationships with colleagues at all levels.

Why join B&M?

At B&M, we're growing fast - and we want you to grow with us.

You’ll be joining a business that values its people, promotes from within, and offers genuine opportunities for career development.

We also offer a great range of benefits, which you can explore here: https://careers.bmstores.co.uk/our-bm-benefits/

If you're looking for your next challenge with an ambitious, friendly, and fast‑paced business - apply today!

B&M is an equal opportunity employer.

We're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported.

Agencies

B&M Retail's internal recruitment team is managing this vacancy directly. We have a PSL in place and do not accept unsolicited CVs, any such CVs will be treated as a gift.