Allied Bakeries are owned by Associated British Foods. ABF is a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with sales of £20.1bn and 138,000 employees in 56 countries. It has significant businesses in Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and Australia. Our sister companies in ABF UK Grocery produce products under many market-leading household brands, including Jordans, Ryvita, Pataks, Blue Dragon & Silver Spoon.
We are proud of our brands: we make top 10 UK grocery brand Kingsmill as well as Allinson’s, Bürgen and Sunblest. You’ll know us best through our white, wholemeal and seeded market-leading loaves, as well as Kingsmill 50/50, the nation’s favourite Healthier White, and our delicious pancakes, crumpets, hot cross buns and other bakery products.
The success of our business depends on us having the right people on the team. We are incredibly passionate about our business, but it isn’t for the faint-hearted – it’s pacey and demanding so our people need to have a positive attitude and to want to work inclusively. We take massive pride in what we do, not least in how colleagues based in our bakeries and depots have one of the best safety performance records in the industry.
Our Grocery Service Centre, based near Liverpool, is a hub for transactional activity across multiple ABF companies within the ABF Grocery division. Supporting some of our well-known brands such as Kingsmill, Pataks, Blue Dragon, Jordans, Ryvita and Silver Spoon, amongst others. We deliver Shared Service activities across a wide range of disciplines including Customer Services, Consumer Care, Finance, Payroll, HR and IS.
If you’re looking to join a business that is passionate, encourages you to be the best you can be, and values its people, we’d love to hear from you.
Overview Of Role
Location: Stockport, North West
💰 Annual Salary: £38,000.87 | 🚛 HGV Delivery Driver | 🏆 Industry-Leading Benefits
Are you a skilled driver with a passion for excellence and safety? We're on the lookout for
qualified, experienced Class 2 Delivery Drivers to join our expert team at our Stockport site. If you're ready to take on a role that values your dedication and expertise, this is the opportunity for you!
Your Role
- Daily Operations: Reporting to our Transport Front Line Manager, you'll ensure the safe delivery and collection of goods, providing accurate information during driver debriefs.
- Brand Ambassador: Represent Allied Bakeries with pride, delivering our beloved Kingsmill, Allisons, and Sunblest brands with professionalism and a smile.
If you love early mornings, open roads, and being the hero who brings fresh, bread to the nation every single day — then this is your moment. As a Kingsmill HGV Class 2 Delivery Driver, you’re not just driving a truck; you’re fueling breakfast tables, powering lunchboxes, and keeping shelves stocked with one of the UK’s best-loved bakery brands.
You’ll be the friendly face customers rely on, expertly navigating your route with precision, professionalism, and pride — because nothing beats knowing you’re delivering the goods (literally) that keep Britain moving. With the smell of freshly baked loaves guiding your journey, this is where your career on the road rises to the next level.
Key Accountabilities
🌟 Diverse Deliveries: You'll be at the heart of our operations, making multi-drop deliveries to our customers' stores. Every day brings new routes and new challenges, keeping your workday dynamic and engaging.
⏰Flexible Schedule: Enjoy a balanced work-life with our 8-week rotating pattern—5 days on, 3 days off. This includes weekends and bank holidays, with start times between 2:00 AM and 4:30 AM, perfect for early birds!
🦺Safety First: Your commitment to safe driving will be a source of pride for us. You'll be instrumental in upholding our safety-first agenda, ensuring a secure environment for yourself and others.
The Right Person
🚚Experienced Drivers: Ideally, you have experience in food distribution or retail logistics and will hold an up-to-date CPC card.
🏆Customer Service Champions: As a key player in our team, your excellent customer service skills will shine through in every delivery.
🙏Team Players: We value a commitment to health, safety, and well-being. Your dedication ensures a caring work environment for all.
Ready to rise with Kingsmill? Let’s roll. 🚚🍞