Transport Manager - Gregory Distribution Ltd in Haverfordwest - £40,000 - £45,000 a year

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£40,000 - £45,000 a year
Job type
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Monday to Friday
 
Location
Gregory Distribution Ltd in Haverfordwest
 
Benefits
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Additional leave
Company pension
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
 
Full job description
Transport Manager

Haverfordwest

Joining Gregory Distribution as the Transport Manager presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to a progressive organisation that values innovation, sustainability, and excellence in transportation. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing transport processes, we look forward to receiving your application.

The position of Transport Manager involves:

Develop and implement a comprehensive transport strategy that aligns with the company's objectives, considering factors such as cost efficiency, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.
Oversee the coordination and management of all freight transportation activities, including outbound and inbound shipments, ensuring timely deliveries and effective route planning.
Collaborate with transportation service providers, negotiate contracts, and build strong partnerships to ensure reliable and high-quality transportation services.
Stay abreast of industry regulations, transportation laws, and environmental standards, ensuring full compliance and adherence within the transportation operations.
Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality, continuously analysing transportation expenses and implementing efficient practices.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for the transportation department, track metrics, and regularly report performance to the senior management team.
Implement risk management strategies to address potential transportation challenges, ensuring minimal disruptions and developing contingency plans.
Evaluate and recommend transportation management systems and other relevant technologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
Introduce and oversee sustainable transportation practices, aiming to reduce the environmental impact of the company's transport operations.
Lead and motivate the transportation team, providing guidance, coaching, and fostering a positive work environment to achieve departmental goals.
Attends customer reviews, producing statistics as required for these meetings.
Performing 1-2-1’s on a regular basis with direct reports.
Conduct annual PDR interviews with direct reports.
Essential Skills required for Transport Manager:

Must hold international or national CPC qualification and previous Transport Management experience.
Have a good understanding of legal compliance, driver’s hours and WTD's.
Track record of leading successful change.
Proven experience in customer relationship management.
Have managed financial budgets and annual Profit and Loss responsibility.
Strong evidence of management skills and making key business decisions.
Capability to advise and motivate team to deliver results for the business.
Ability to present to Senior Key contacts within the business and to external customers.
Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
IT literate including MS Office. Strong analytic ability in review data and reports.
Desirable Skills required:

Previous knowledge of Mandata and other transport management systems.
Why Gregory Distribution?

Salary for Transport Manager is between £40,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Hours of work: Monday to Friday, From 08:30hrs to 17:30hrs.
Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
Retail discounts with Hapi*
Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme*
Christmas Savings Club*
Black Circle Tyre discount*
Leading industry qualifications*
Mobile phone discounts*
Free Uniform.
Strong culture of teamwork.
So if you have the drive to be the best and want to be a part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now for this vacancy.

Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, and we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

The Gregory Group require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

Interested applicants for the Transport Manager position should click the apply button below. For any queries in relation to the vacancy please call our Cullompton team on 0808 168 9048

External Website Applications: You will be redirected to the Gregory distribution Website where you can apply for this vacancy. You will be asked to complete a short application form and will receive email confirmation when it has been submitted.

Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit direct, but we do have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need a helping hand. We’ll be in touch if we need you.

*Subject to terms and conditions

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave
Company pension
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
Referral programme
Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:

Haverfordwest (required)
Ability to Relocate:

Haverfordwest: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: R004230