Transport Team Manager

B&M Retail; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

B&M Retail is seeking Transport Team Managers for their distribution centre in Bedford, offering opportunities to lead a dynamic team on a nightshift basis. Applicants should have experience in transport management, be knowledgeable about legislation, and possess strong leadership qualities to ensure excellent service delivery and compliance within the operation.

Benefits

Great benefits and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Transport manager experience is essential.
• Knowledge of transport legislation is required.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct driver pre-shift briefings and de-briefs.
• Manage day-to-day operations of drivers.
• Liaise with DC teams and complete near-miss reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Transport Legislation

Customer Service

Health and Safety Compliance

Job description

We have exciting new opportunities for Transport Team managers to join our distribution centre in Bedford!

Due to our growth and some changes, we will be looking for Transport Managers, working nightshift on a 4 on 4 off basis.

Working hours: 6am - 6pm, 4 on 4 off.

You will be operating in line with company values to provide excellent customer service to our retail teams and drivers, whilst working collaboratively with DC loading teams and meeting all legal requirements.

The Key Accountabilities For The Role Are As Follows

• Conduct driver pre-shift brief (despatching drivers) and de-briefs.
• General day to day management of drivers.
• R2C data entry, as well as completing scania grading / reports.
• Conduct return to work meetings, 4 / 8 / 12 week reviews and conduct/absence investigations.
• Provide customer service to the retail teams when needed.
• Liaise with DC teams and complete near-mis reporting.
• Provide support to the Transport Shift Manager where required.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

Transport manager experience

Knowledge of transport legislation

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team

Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement

Proactive mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional service

We offer great benefits and development opportunities at B&M. Want to find out more? Visit: https://careers.bmstores.co.uk/our-bm-benefits/.

If you are looking to join an ambitious business with fantastic career opportunities, apply online today!

B&M Retail is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.