Transport Depot manager


Company 

GMS International

Location 

Essex

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£40,000 - £45,000 Per Annum

Job Requirements/Description

  • 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.
Company 

GMS International

Location 

Essex

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£40,000 - £45,000 Per Annum

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