Transport Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


Pontefract, Wakefield, United Kingdom Booker Group Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Transport Team Manager to support the site management team in the efficient, safe, legal, and cost-effective management of the Transport operations at our Booker Retail Partner site.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that our large, fast-moving Transport operation runs smoothly and efficiently, by achieving optimum service levels across all contracts while working to specific KPIs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage vehicle breakdowns to minimize impact on the retailer
  • Analyze Tacho-graph infringement reports and discuss with drivers
  • Liaise with the Warehouse Operation to ensure timely loading and departure of loads
  • Ensure legal compliance with all transport legislation, including Driver's hours and maintenance of the Fleet

Requirements

  • Commitment and ability to work under pressure
  • Excellent people management skills and the ability to develop self and others
  • Demonstrates high levels of initiative, focus, and commitment and flexibility
  • Experience of applying a working knowledge of relevant legislation, e.g., Health & Safety, Employment Law, Discrimination etc.
  • A good understanding of Transport Legislation and the impact of non-compliance to protect the company Operator Licence
  • A good understanding of multi-temperature warehouse/transport procedures and compliance
  • Ability to effectively plan labor and resource to deliver operational requirements to a timely manner while meeting agreed KPIs and Service Levels
  • Effective team worker and confident and positive communicator
  • PC literate in Excel and Word and WMS experience
  • CPC qualification (not essential, but preferred)

About Booker Group

Booker Group is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses across the country.

We are part of Tesco plc, but operate separately from the core Tesco business, offering a unique set of benefits and opportunities for our colleagues.



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