Transport Manager

2 days ago

Bristol BS SB, United Kingdom Primaflow F and P Full time

Transport Manager

Working hours- Full time, Monday- Friday 08:30 17:30

Job Description

Primaflow F&P have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Manager to join our fast paced business and friendly team, where we work hard to simply deliver more for our customers and colleagues.

The role we're recruiting for:

You will Manage a team of 10 including a Transport Supervisor within a fast paced environmen driving health & safety culture , along with efficiencies through our service offering for our customers, we have a mixed fleet of vehicles from 3.5T vans to 12T HGVs delivering multi-drop Monday to Friday.

You will be responsible for:

● Checking/reviewing and managing health & safety and transport compliance at the site

● Planning and reviewing delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation/ driver usage and fuel efficiency

● Responding to changes in resource requirements

● Coaching and giving feedback to drivers to ensure compliance with current legislation and dealing with infringements promptly

● Ensure that vehicles are inspected and maintained as per the company requirements and in accordance with goods vehicle operator's licence.

● Ability to make decisions quickly, flexible and logical attitude to problems - erratic volumes, vehicle breakdowns, delays

● Knowledge and understanding of financial aspects of operating a commercial vehicle fleet - numerate and analytical

● Driven to make changes where required

● Manage all site risk assessments

● Ensure site audit scores are within the set out requirements

It would be great if you had:

Previous experience in a Transport Manager role with a strong focus on health and safety, With the ability to motivate the team, communicate effectively and improve standards and performance.

A good understanding of Transport legislation and best practise. Good computer skills which must include route optimisation, strong organisation skills and attention to detail

What we can offer you:

As well as support, direction and guidance throughout your time in this role, we are always looking for great people to develop and progress through the business. You will be entitled to some great benefits including a competitive salary, eligibility to an annual performance related profit share scheme.

About us:

Primaflow F&P supply a wide range and depth of product through our regional distribution centres, delivered locally by Primaflow F&P drivers and supported by our regional sales offices.

We are the UK's largest plumbing, heating and bathroom wholesaler. Offering independent merchants and retailers a one stop shop, next day delivery service solution to support their business.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Life insurance
  • Profit sharing

Work Location: In person

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