Transport Team Manager

A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd

Bedford

On-site

GBP 22,000 - 37,000

Full time

36 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Holiday leave

Maternity and Paternity leave

Staff discount

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Cycle to work

Wellbeing support

Job summary

A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd invites applications for an experienced Team Manager in our Transport operation. You will support the Operations Manager in organizing efficient depot operations and lead a diverse team to meet safety and performance targets.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a friendly, inclusive environment. 40 hours per week, permanent contract, with salary up to £37,128 depending on experience.

Qualifications

Good level of Maths and English and working knowledge of Microsoft programmes- Word and Excel is desirable
Warehousing experience essential
Excellent communication skills and the capacity to build good working relationships with colleagues and customers
Strong organisation and time management skills essential
Ability to deal with conflict in an effective and professional manner
Shows a commitment to ongoing personal development and training, always striving to improve

Responsibilities

To support the Operations Manager with the supervision of effective operations and adherence to H&S legislation
To carry out supervisory tasks as required by the Operations Manager
To cover areas of operations when low on resources as requested by the Operations Manager to ensuring consistent operational performance
To ensure effective operations in the temporary absence of the Operations Manager
The assist with staff scheduling, including absence management and performance
To assist the Operations Manager in the effective use and maintenance of all equipment and machinery

Skills

Warehousing experience

Strong communication

Time management

Organisation

Conflict resolution

MS Word & Excel

Tools

WMS system

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Team Manager in our Transport operation, who is motivated, friendly, hard-working and passionate. The ideal candidate has the drive and motivation to support and engage a diverse team. You will be required to support and assist the Operations Manager with the organisation and control of efficient and profitable operations within the depot.

If you have the desire to manage, with drive and determination, then this could be the role for you.

Some Key Accountabilities

To support the Operations Manager with the supervision of effective operations and adherence to H&S legislation
To carry out supervisory tasks as required by the Operations Manager
To cover areas of operations when low on resources as requested by the Operations Manager to ensuring consistent operational performance
To ensure effective operations in the temporary absence of the Operations Manager
The assist with staff scheduling, including absence management and performance
To assist the Operations Manager in the effective use and maintenance of all equipment and machinery

Some Key Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required

Good level of Maths and English and working knowledge of Microsoft programmes- Word and Excel is desirable
Warehousing experience essential
Excellent communication skills and the capacity to build good working relationships with colleagues and customers
Strong organisation and time management skills essential
Ability to deal with conflict in an effective and professional manner
Shows a commitment to ongoing personal development and training, always striving to improve

First line Management experience and e xperience in managing people in a food distribution environment is essential

IT Literate and knowledge of using a WMS system would be an advantage

What's in it for you?

Excellent benefits package including:

Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced convenience store
Generous staff discount in all our SPAR stores (excl. Alcohol & Cigarettes)
Proactive promotion of internal candidates
Free Tea & Coffee
Early access to your pay through 'EarlyPay'
24/7 access to your payslips and Rotas via HR/Payroll portal
Wellbeing support - access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice
Company Pension Scheme
Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme
Cycle to work - Bicycle purchase scheme
Long Service Awards

Please download the job description for more information.

Inclusive environment:

as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Department

Logistics, Distribution & Warehouse

Contract type

Permanent

Hours

40 hrs p/wk

up to £37,128 depending on experience + benefits

Staff Discount, Company Pension Scheme, Company Sick Pay Scheme, Additional Holidays, Long Service Awards, Cycle to Work Scheme, Life Cover, Employee Volunteering opportunities