Van Controller

GSF Car Parts; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK automotive parts distributor is seeking a Van Controller to oversee delivery operations and manage a dedicated driver team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure timely deliveries while upholding exceptional customer service standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a commitment to team motivation, and a customer-focused mindset. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career progression and a range of benefits supporting health and wellbeing. Join a forward-thinking company that values its team members and fosters a culture of excellence.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

20 days annual leave plus additional days

Free flu vaccine

Health & wellbeing tools

Pension support

Life assurance scheme

Discounts from household brands

Financial wellbeing products

Paid time off to volunteer

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing driver teams and coordinating deliveries.
• Experience in motivating diverse teams and achieving customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Manage the driver team and coordinate delivery runs efficiently.
• Ensure timely deliveries and maintain branch fleet servicing.

Skills

Team Management

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Training and Development

Driving License

Knowledge of Local Area

Job description

About The Role

As a Van Controller within GSF Car Parts, you will play an important part in ensuring our commitment to our sales promise by coordinating delivery runs and ensuring delivery drivers consistently provide excellent customer service.

Main Duties Include

• Managing the driver team
• Coordinating delivery runs and orders in the most cost-effective way
• Ensuring vans deliver on time
• Controlling and coordinating branch fleet maintenance and servicing
• Ensuring the delivery team can meet the branch's customer service standards

Working Hours

45 (average) hours Monday to Friday, including alternate Saturday working.

About You

The Van Controller will have a proven track record of managing a driver team and coordinating delivery runs.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Experience motivating a diverse team
• Customer-focused, driven to achieve, and willing to go the extra mile
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to train and develop others
• Held a driving licence for a minimum of 3 years
• Knowledge of an area within a 40-mile radius

What We'll Offer

Benefits at GSF Car Parts support all aspects of our team members' lives, including health, wealth, and daily lifestyle. Benefits include:

• Opportunity to earn a performance-based bonus
• 20 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus up to 5 additional days with time served
• Free flu vaccine
• Health & wellbeing tools
• Support from pension experts
• Life assurance scheme
• Discounts from household brands like Asda, Nike, and John Lewis
• Financial wellbeing products including advances and savings schemes
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Training, qualifications, and career progression opportunities

About Us

GSF Car Parts is a leading UK automotive parts distributor, serving thousands of independent garages across the UK and Ireland with parts, tools, garage equipment, and training. With over 175 branches and a turnover exceeding £475 million, we operate as one brand since November 2021, supported by centralized departments and advanced IT systems, including our catalogue system Allicat and the Servicesure garage programme.