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Assistant Transport Manager
c35k + Excellent Prospects + Benefits
Lutterworth
Mon - Friday - Days
Our client is a major FMCG distributor in the UK. We are delighted to assist them in their search for a CPC qualified Assistant Transport Manager at their site in Lutterworth.
Note that this is a smaller operation that is continuing to grow so is ideal for a candidate who is still on their transport career journey.Reporting in to the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the busy Transport operation , the site operates on a multi-drop basis & single drop basis to RDCs around the region.
SUMMARY:
- Day-to-day transport operation in a cost-effective manner making & adapting to daily plans when required.
- Vehicle compliance
- Security
- Manage resources
- Ensure that all customer KPI’s and operational deadlines are exceeded.
- Assist in the creation of weekly P & L accounts.
- Work closely with 3PL clients
- Manage health and safety regulations, accident and incident management and reporting, including investigation.
- Manage individual’s performance and attendance.
- Recruit, train, motivate the transport team
- Manage and supply Drivers CPC training.
- Staff disciplinary and grievance procedures
- Report potential quality issues, including hygiene, security and damage issues and resolving them effectively.
- Rotate with team to provide out of hours cover.
Experience needed:
- CPC qualified Transport experience
- PC / transport planning Literate.
- In depth knowledge of transport operations.
- Up to date knowledge of commercial vehicle related legislation.
- H&S training and qualification.
- Budgetary experience.
- KPI production and management.
- Proven experience in building effective teams.
This is a fantastic opportunity - we look forward to your application.
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