Transport Depot Manager

Transport Depot Manager / Depot Manager / Manager

• Lead and manage transport operations to ensure OTIF deliveries and service commitments.
• Provide exceptional customer service from the department.
• Support with manage profit and loss, controlling costs within agreed budgets.
• Ensure compliance with company vision, values, and policies.
• Develop new business opportunities to enhance operations.
• Maintain good relationships with customers and onboard new business.
• Ensure HR compliance, recruit and train new staff effectively.
• Set objectives for staff and conduct regular team meetings.
• Ensure excellent customer service and reduce complaints.
• Maintain accurate stock records and minimise losses.
• Comply with Health and Safety policies, ensure appropriate training and risk assessments.
• Implement accident prevention measures, maintain an effective H&S Committee.
• Ensure site property, equipment, and assets are compliant.
• Ensure vehicle and driver compliance with regulations, monitor and minimise fuel consumption.
• Conduct daily driver debriefs and ensure the security of company property.

What will make you stand out?

• Able to demonstrate significant transport experience within a multi-drop environment.
• Excellent commercial acumen and budgetary experience.
• Be able to demonstrate both strong leadership and people management skills.
• Be able to work under pressure, multi-tasking and prioritising workloads successfully.
• PC literate in programmes such as Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Experience in legislative compliance.
• Technical knowledge of HGV, LGV.

Education:

• Recognised Management qualification.
• Hold a Managers CPC.
• Hold a valid driving licence.
• NEBOSH Managing Safety or equivalent.