Senior Logistics Team Lead — 2–5am Shift

Krispy Kreme UK & IRE; Naas; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Career progression

Employee discount

Holiday pay

Health & wellbeing support

Uniform provided

Job summary

Krispy Kreme UK & IRE in Naas is seeking an experienced Senior Logistics Team Manager to lead our driver team and day-to-day transport operations in Ireland. The role focuses on safety, efficiency and excellent service in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll manage early-morning loads (2:00–5:00 a.m.), ensure compliant practices, develop people, and work closely with Manufacturing, Operations and People teams to drive performance and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• A recognised CPC in Transport Management is essential.
• Experience leading and developing a driver team in a fast-paced operation.
• Strong knowledge of transport compliance, drivers’ hours and tachographs.

Responsibilities

• Lead drivers and develop a high‑performing team.
• Manage staggered daily load‑out operation between 2:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.
• Ensure routes are safely resourced and deliveries leave on time.
• Conduct regular pre/post route briefings with the driver team.
• Manage driver performance with clear expectations and coaching.
• Produce rotas at least four weeks in advance with contingencies.
• Support recruitment and training of new drivers.
• Collaborate with People team on absence and holidays.
• Ensure compliance with Irish road transport legislation and tachographs.
• Maintain vehicle checks, maintenance records and incident reports.
• Monitor KPIs, route performance and data-capture standards.
• Manage budget, POs, invoices and third-party suppliers.
• Reduce vehicle damage and costs through training and performance management.
• Ensure vehicles meet safety, cleanliness, hygiene and brand standards.

Skills

CPC in Transport

Leadership experience

Transport compliance

Driver team lead

Communication skills

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Krispy Kreme UK & IRE in Naas is seeking an experienced Senior Logistics Team Manager to lead our driver team and day-to-day transport operations in Ireland. The role focuses on safety, efficiency and excellent service in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll manage early-morning loads (2:00–5:00 a.m.), ensure compliant practices, develop people, and work closely with Manufacturing, Operations and People teams to drive performance and cost efficiency.