Distribution Supervisor

Distribution operates across a multitude of sites within the UK&I, covering circa 350 employed or contracted drivers. This role covers the Rotherham and Middlesbrough Operations, circa 18 drivers and 18 vehicles.

This position is accountable for the following end results:

• Adherence to all safety rules, processes, and procedures, as safety is a condition of employment.
• Maintain, develop, and apply knowledge of relevant procedures within our distribution organisation
• Ensure operation remains compliant in all aspects of transport legislation
• Develop, drive and support improvements in Costs and Compliance using Key Metrics.
• Coach and support team improvement
• Work cross functionally with other departments
• Provide safe support and assistance to colleagues while being accountable for your own performance
• Identifying and supporting programs to improve safety & efficiency in line with business objectives
• Strive to maximize internal and external customer satisfaction

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a fast-paced Distribution environment with full knowledge of Transport Legislation
• Experience of building relationships with Industrial Relations representatives.
• Experience in Supervision of a Team
• Proven track record of working within a safety-first environment
• Ability to work under own initiative with excellent communication skills
• Good time management and the ability to plan and prioritise tasks to meet the demands of multiple requests
• Flexibility to adapt workday to meet operational requirements (start early or finish late)
• Proven ability to adapt to change
• IT literate with experience of Microsoft Office programs, in particular the ability to use Excel and word is desirable
• Transport Manager Certificate Professional Competence (preferrable)
• Large Goods Vehicle Licence /ADR and Driver CPC (preferrable)