Distribution Team Leader

Corby

United Kingdom

Logistics, Transportation,Warehousing, Supply Chain

Job Description

Your Role

An opportunity has arisen for a Distribution Team Leader in Corby, UK. The main purpose of this role is to plan and manage the movement of bulk and bagged product in the most cost effective and legally compliant manner adhering to statutory regulations and ensure compliance with ADM policies. The position will assume the day to day operational supervision of the fleet assets and drivers to leverage maximum utilisation and manage variable costs within a pre-defined scope.

Your Responsibilities

• Work safely and actively support the company's health and safety programs.
• Ensure legal compliance for company Operator Licence is maintained
• Maintain excellent customer dialogue to ensure delivery efficiencies and customer service levels are met.
• Produce cost effective and legally compliant delivery schedules.
• Maximize payload fill and back loading opportunities at all times.
• Identify and implement cost saving opportunities.
• Manage distribution costs with particular regard to agency and sub-contractor use to ensure least cost options coupled with maintaining budget within a pre-defined scope.
• Liaise with operational departments specifically Sales, Central Logistics, Garage, Warehouse and Mill to ensure that distribution function operates in alignment with functional objectives.
• Support sustainability agenda including utilisation of Electric trucks and charging infrastructure.
• Carry out distribution related administration requirements to company standards.

Your Profile

• Certificate of Professional Competence (National Road Haulage).
• Transport routing and scheduling experience Comprehensive knowledge of transport law and legislation requirements.
• Excellent team leadership and motivational skills.
• Working knowledge of UK road transport network.
• A good understanding of transport costings.
• Good experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Good Communication skills.
• Ability to lead and manage staff.
• Ability to manage conflict resolution.
• Good knowledge of EU Drivers Hours & WTD rules.
• Good ability to route plan and schedule at least cost option.

Your Future Perspective

• Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models
• Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity. To assist with this all colleagues are able to join our Women's and Multicultural Employee Resource Groups, and the ADM Pride Employee Network and the Young Professionals Network. As well as the company wide mentorship programme as mentor or mentee.
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
• An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidized health & fitness offers.
• ADM is a company where managers and colleagues are encouraged to discuss and enable the flexibility that is needed to meet the demands of work and life
• Additional benefits and support for maternity and paternity leave
• ADM are an advocate of having a workforce who are aware of their mental health. In addition to our network of Mental Health First Aiders, all new starters to the business will be enrolled in 'Mental Health Aware' training within three months of joining the business.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at

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