Transport Supervisor (Nights)
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Transport Supervisor (Nights)
c£35k + Excellent Benefits
Leicestershire
Our client is a leading FMCG Distributor and we are delighted to assist them in their search for an experienced Transport professional as they look to recruit a Transport Supervisor at their site in Coalville, Leicestershire, on a 4on, 4off permanent night basis (1800hrs 0600hrs).
Reporting into the Transport Manager, as a Transport Supervisor, you'll be responsible for the execution of transport plans ensuring transport and network SLA's/KPI's are achieved, developing and building efficient routes whilst maximising vehicle capacity - ensuring all work is distributed whilst complying with Transport Legislation, Health & Safety and customer service requirements. You will also ensure that the customers products are delivered on time and in full using the most cost effective means possible, and best use of available resources including maximising the utilisation of Drivers in line with current driver hours and WTD legislation.
Key Accountabilities as Transport Supervisor:
Ensure that your Site Planners plan all relevant customer deliveries utilising the software available at site to ensure delivery windows are met
Liaise with the Customer as required in relation to delays and possible issues with delivery
Develop back haul lanes with both depots and 3rd party customers whilst maintaining fleet utilisation
Co-ordinate a late load report in line with operational requirements and deadlines
Ensure your drivers are compliant with Working Time Directive
Ensure that the drivers regularly Download Driver cards for analysis
Ensure that the Site Planners Comply with all Transport legislation reducing tachograph infringements to below the company target and adhering to WTD regulations
Through liaising with your Site Planners that you are fully aware of any delays and possible issues with delivery
Source local agency drivers as and when required (in conjunction with our PSL) providing an accurate brief of job required
Source local sub-contractors as and when required
Manage the Site Planners ensuring they are using the most efficient start times
Ensure adequate Pre-Briefing of Drivers is taking place by the Transport Supervisors to ensure that they fully understand their instructions.
Ensure adequate De-Briefing of Drivers, by the Transport Supervisors, upon their return to ensure that all documentation has been completed correctly
Ensure compliance with Agency Driver checklist
Fully understand and communicate agreed KPIs for Department
All other transport office related duties
The Ideal Person for the Transport Supervisor role:
People Management Experience
Customer Service Experience
Experience of working in a busy Transport office
Knowledge of Drivers Hours, Tachograph and WTD legislation
Knowledge of Continuous Improvement
Good standard of education
IT literate
Knowledge of Health & Safety
Commercial understanding
Knowledge of transport systems
This is a fantastic opportunity we look forward to your application .
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- Location:
- London
- Salary:
- £35,000
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Logistics;Management