Transport Line Manager

Musgrave Group Plc; Kildare; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Musgrave Group Plc in Ireland is seeking a Line Manager to join our transport team at the depot. You will support the Regional Transport Manager by organising and managing transport operations to meet service levels for retailers and customers, through continuous improvement and engagement.

The role requires leading a busy transport team, ensuring safety, health and welfare at work, and delivering high‑quality, cost‑efficient service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a logistics business with multiple weekly deliveries.
• Experience in managing a busy transport department in a high-volume turnover business.
• Excellent communication and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of transport operation to meet service levels within budgetary constraints and KPI targets.
• Promote safety, health and welfare at work and engage employees.
• Motivate and engage the transport team to deliver best-in-class service.
• Deal with drivers, suppliers and stores on delivery and collection queries.
• Support the Regional Transport Manager with development and implementation of transport functions.
• Implement and operate transport software system Stratum.
• Manage drivers and operations to create high performing teams and a proactive culture.
• Monitor KPI and take timely corrective action.
• Ensure compliance with Road Transport, Health & Safety, Food Safety & Quality legislation.

Skills

Communication

People management

Customer service

Stratum

Tools

Stratum

Job description

Musgrave is one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 19iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.

Our people are the heart of our business. As our greatest asset, they make Musgrave a great place to work and in return we aim to be the very best place to work, grow and thrive. We have an opportunity for a Line Manager to join our transport team in our depot. The successful candidate will support and assist the Regional Transport Manager by organising and managing specific elements of the transport function so that the depot targets are met in such a manner as to provide the best possible service to our retailers and customers through continuous improvement and engagement.

What you’ll be doing:

• To assist in the management of the transport operation, to maintain the required service levels to our retailers, within budgetary constraints and operational KPI targets.
• Manage and conduct work activities in such a way as to promote, proactively engage and ensure the safety, health, and welfare at work of all employees.
• Manage, motivate, and engage the transport team to deliver a best-in-class service to our customers.
• Deal with drivers, suppliers and stores on delivery and collection queries.
• Support the Regional Transport Manager with the ongoing development and implementation of an effective, efficient and cost competitive transport function.
• Implement and operate transport software system Stratum
• Manage drivers and operations to create high performing teams, continuous improvement and a high performing culture.
• Manage driver dispatch and debriefs.
• Monitor and assess KPI’s and where appropriate implement timely corrective action.
• Maintain a working environment in line with Road Transport, Health & Safety, Food Safety & Quality legislation and ensure that employees are trained accordingly.
• Liaise and work with other departments to ensure that product delivery meets deadline

What we’re looking for:

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The successful candidate will have the following:

• Excellent communication , people management and customer service skills.
• Experience in a logistics business which has multiple weekly deliveries
• Experience of managing in a busy transport department in a high volume/turnover business.
• Good organisational and administration skills with the ability to solve problems in a fast-moving environment.
• High level of computer literacy and ability to interpret and analyse data.
• Thorough knowledge of distribution operations including specific processes such as H&S and HACCP etc.
• Excellent knowledge of Road Transport Legislation.
• Customer focused and driven.
• The ideal candidate should be a team player, be flexible and have the ability to maintain focused whilst under pressure.
• Have the ability to work on your own initiative, be self-motivated and have a consistent work methodology.
• Experience in a similar type role or in a position that demonstrates the above skills will be an advantage

Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact

Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions

Community Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.

Be Part of a Legacy: Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation.

Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.