Transport Shift Lead - Dublin (Fixed-Term)

FHLB Des Moines; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Pension

Wellbeing day

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Family Leave Entitlements

Colleague Discount - food products

Expert Training & Development

Job summary

Sysco Ireland is seeking a Transport Shift Manager for our Dublin Distribution Centre on a fixed-term contract. You will lead the transport team, oversee operational planning and execution of distribution functions, and drive performance and engagement across the depot.

The role requires experience managing high-volume distribution operations, strong IT and data analysis skills, and a hands-on leadership approach. Commitment to safety and customer service is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a relevant management / supervisory role in a high-volume, time-sensitive distribution operation.
• Experience in the food distribution industry is advantageous.
• Proficient with IT systems including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Fluent English – reading and writing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate depot activities and ensure efficient dispatch of routes daily.
• Coach and motivate delivery team; manage performance and attendance.
• Maintain communications with sales, warehouse and transport teams; lead daily/weekly briefings.
• Ensure vehicles are maintained, cleaned and operated safely to protect the brand.
• Manage incoming/outgoing goods and backhaul collections; relief driving as needed.
• Identify training needs and deliver targeted trainings for drivers.
• Maintain high standards of premises, security and Health & Safety procedures.
• Lead by example and apply company policies consistently.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

IT systems

Planning & organizing

Decision making

Data analysis

Fluent English

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Sysco Ireland is seeking a Transport Shift Manager for our Dublin Distribution Centre on a fixed-term contract. You will lead the transport team, oversee operational planning and execution of distribution functions, and drive performance and engagement across the depot.

The role requires experience managing high-volume distribution operations, strong IT and data analysis skills, and a hands-on leadership approach. Commitment to safety and customer service is essential.