Transport Operator

3 weeks ago

Darlington, Darlington, United Kingdom SUPERDRUG Full time
Transport Operator AM - 6:00am-14:00pm shifts available

Stead House Distribution Centre, Darlington

Role Purpose:

Working within the Transport department to service the Distribution Centre network along with Superdrug and Savers stores, the Transport Operator plays a key role in helping deliver the BEST; the right product, in the right place at the right time at an unbeatable cost through a skilled and committed supply chain. We manage our own fleet and onsite driver agency provider, covering the operation 24 hours 7 days a week working closely with the Transport Planning department to achieve our KPI's. This role will report to the Transport Team Leader.

A typical day in this role includes:

You will ensure all drivers are issued with correct delivery instructions and activities, de-brief drivers after every trip and deliver feedback to the appropriate department

To optimise all resources available

Working closely with the warehouse operations function ensuring seamless loading and despatch procedure

Liaising with the planning team and provide information and recommendations where required

Provide constructive feedback to the driver management team on performance and behavior of drivers

Ensure vehicles and trailers are kept within service schedules, booking all required maintenance and repairs with the relevant workshop

Utilise the administration procedures accurately and in a timely manner, including all KPI support information

Provide a first line of contact with stores in the event of schedule changes and daily issues

To provide an effective shift handover to the incoming team

To engage in a co-operative and positive culture within the Distribution Centre and the wider business

To support colleagues, Team Leaders and Transport Manager where required

This job is a good fit for you if:

You know you add value through your flexible approach and can easily adapt when priorities change

You're ambitious with a strong desire for progression

You're good at prioritising and managing workflows with tight deadlines

You're a strong communicator and good at building relationships

You understand the perspective of others, but you can also influence others to see your point of view whilst offering constructive feedback

What you'll need:

Previous experience within a transport environment including managing drivers is an advantage but not essential

Good understanding of cost accountability

Excellent communications skills

Flexibility and reliability

Able to work within a team as well as on own initiative

Customer facing exposure

Here's what's in it for you

33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays) 2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online Company pension matching and bonus We offer Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it Being part of more We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK We are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets Unrivalled Learning and Development programmes Come and be part of something special.

Hours: 40 Hours Per Week

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