Transport Operations Manager

6 days ago


South Kirkby, United Kingdom Uniserve Group Full time

**Uniserve Group Overview**

The Uniserve Group is the UK's leading independent logistics and global trade management provider, driving growth through new business wins with major blue-chip organizations. As a Transport Operations Manager (Night Shift), you will be part of an ambitious team focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Salary: £42,000 - £55,000 per annum

Job Description:

  • Lead the night shift transport operations, ensuring on-time deliveries by completing track and trace, taking ownership of consignments, and resolving queries to deliver a best-in-class service.
  • Support the Assistant Transport Manager and National Planning Manager in driving departmental success by providing clear briefings and debriefings to drivers, monitoring transport management software for system compliance, and liaising with Uniserve depots, customers, and sales teams to resolve delivery challenges.
  • Collaborate with the Compliance Manager on tacho system compliance, driver infringements, and retaining/coaching.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Align and uphold the company's strong health and safety culture within the department and business.
  2. Oversee the activities of the transport fleet, ensuring timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
  3. Support the development of cost-effective transport plans using purpose-built TMS solutions and customer plug-in systems.
  4. Monitor transport management software for system compliance and accuracy.
  5. Resolve delivery challenges and ensure customer experience.

Requirements:

  • A commitment to upholding SHEQ policies.
  • Experience in transport operations and planning.
  • Knowledge of transport legislation.
  • Proficiency in MS Office.
  • Experience with transport management systems.
  • A keen eye for detail.
  • Team leadership experience.
  • A self-motivated and proactive approach.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and achieve targets.
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
  • A collaborative spirit.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment.
  • Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded.
  • Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered.
  • Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us.
  • Free Eye Test and £49 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision.
  • Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you.
  • Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash.
  • Care First Lifestyle Programme: Because your well-being matters.
  • Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us.
  • Life Assurance: We've got you covered.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport.
  • Flexible Career Pathway.
  • Supply Chain Academy Education Courses: Expand your knowledge, including Masters and MBA programmes.


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