Transport Team Manager

Wincanton; Stafford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain partner in Stafford is looking for an experienced Transport Team Manager to oversee a large team of drivers. The role involves monitoring transport plans, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards, and maintaining effective communication with senior management. Ideal candidates will possess strong management and transport knowledge, with an emphasis on safety and organizational skills. The position offers a supportive working environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Generous holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Pre-existing management experience is advantageous.
• Ability to work alone and effectively as part of a team.
• Think on your feet in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a team of up to 100 Drivers.
• Oversee vehicle defects, repairs, and reports.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety measures.

Skills

Transport knowledge

Management experience

Effective communication

Organizational skills

PC literacy

Education

Transport Management CPC (National and International)

Job description

Job Description

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About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Team Manager to join our team based in Stafford.

Shift Pattern: Rotating Shifts; 06:00 - 14:00 / 14:00 -22:00 / 08:00 - 16:00

How will you contribute?

• You will be responsible for a team of up to 100 Drivers as well as administrators. Also, the running of cost-effective daily Transport plans
• You’ll be overseeing any vehicle defects and repairs and making sure a consistent and thorough vehicle report is created
• As well as this you will be making sure Health & Safety measures are adhered to, to a high standard for all employees on shift
• You will be monitoring TUP's (Transport Utilisation Plans), various compliance and general administration duties in line with transport legislation, company policy and procedures
• Disciplinaries, investigations, behavioral audits and absence management will also be included will be included in your role
• As well as this you will have good customer/client engagement skills in order to liaise with your team and Senior Management to ensure a smooth running of service and reporting is done to a high standard

What will you bring?

• Having pre-existing management experience is advantageous alongside having any existing Transport knowledge
• As well as this you will be an organised, hard-working individual with the ability to work alone and as a team effectively
• You’ll also be an effective communicator and able to develop good working relationships at all levels within the Transport Team and able to converse confidently with our customer
• The ability to think on your feet in a fast-paced environment
• PC literate
• Transport Management CPC (National and International) preferred

What do we offer?

Our Culture & Benefits

In addition to generous remuneration, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include, online discount platform, onsite parking and much more.

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That's why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multiskilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Be a part of our values; We’re Thoughtful, We’re Aiming High and We’re Prepared.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We strive for an environment where all colleagues feel included, supported and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes and we welcome your application.

Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce

About Us

Wincanton is a leading supply chain partner for British business, providing supply chain solutions up and down the country. Through a wealth of experience and knowledge Wincanton provides business critical services including storage, handling and distribution; high volume eFulfilment; retailer 'dark stores'; two-person home delivery; fleet and transport management; and network optimisation for many of the UK’s best-known companies.