Head of Sub Contracting

**Job Title - Head of Subcontracting**

Archbold Logistics is a company focussing on providing a quality service at the best price which operates within the Logistics and Warehousing sector. We are a family business with over 100 years+ trading.

Due to unprecedented demand for our services together with our desire to strengthen our Manchester team, we are seeking to employ an enthusiastic, dynamic individual who can head up and develop our sub-contracting team.

The successful individual will be responsible for the management and development of all operational and commercial activities of the sub-contract division with particular emphasis on ensuring customer requirements are met and revenue generation opportunities are maximised. You will be accountable for maximisation of gross margin for all sub-contracted work whilst ensuring all company objectives and targets are met.

**Main duties and responsibilities**

1. To proactively generate sales leads and opportunities to meet or exceed the Archbold Sub-contract division budget

2. To plan and enhance the sub-contractor supplier portfolio.

3. To maximise subcontracted work gross margin using reliable/reputable and professional suppliers.

4. To ensure subcontractors are communicated to in writing detailing exact requirements and constraints, and rates are agreed formally

5. To record and promptly action any issues with deliveries or collections which may occur from time to time.

6. To ensure all work is recorded in the appropriate TMS system

8. Produce KPI reports including subbed work vs revenue. Margin vs revenue. Subbed loads per supplier/customer and any others that are applicable

9. To assist with general traffic calls and update the planning system with the correct information

10. To ensure all operational matters are monitored over a 24x7 period.

11. To work closely with the finance team to capture all invoicing and debtor management.

12. Assist colleagues in providing cover with other roles within the department as and when

reasonably requested by your or Manager.

13. Involve yourself with team principles that continuously endeavour to achieve quality, improvement & high performance.

14. Ensure the protection and good care of all the Company’s assets, equipment, materials and intellectual property and that there is no misappropriation of any by the job holder.

15. Adhere to all Company policies & procedures relating to Health & Safety, Quality Control, Human Resources, operational etc.

16. Undertake any other duties to the benefit of the Company as reasonably requested by your Supervisor/Manager.

**GENERAL COMPETENCIES**:
1. Relationships with others - demonstrate a positive and respectful attitude towards others. Behave in an honest, open and trustworthy manner.

2. Teamwork - Work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to building a team spirit. Share information, knowledge, ideas and experiences freely with others.

3. Customer Service - deliver excellent customer service. Have an appreciation of what customers want and continuously strive to meet their expectations within the confines of the role.

4. Customer focus - Generates ideas and solutions to resolve any operational issues.

5. Health and Safety - work safely within Health and Safety and environmental guidelines and insist that others do the same.

6. Job Performance - Achieve work targets and show willing to take on additional tasks/responsibilities. Contribute positively to performance management reviews to continuously develop. Demonstrate energy, enthusiasm

and commitment.

**SPECIFIC WORK BASED SKILLS**:
1. Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing

2. Conscientious worker

3. Attention to detail

4. Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

5. Possess an adept ability to prioritise workload

6. Show proficiency in Microsoft Software Packages and Mandata

7. Show commercial awareness and be financially astute, being aware at all times of the consequences of inconsistent data and controls.

**SPECIFIC PERSONALITY TRAITS**:
1. Organised

2. Mature and Responsible

3. Self-Motivated

4. Reliable and Punctual

5. Trustworthy

6. Well Presented at all times

7. Positive attitude towards work/colleagues

8. Good sense of humour

**Salary** - **Open to negotiation - based on experience**

Full time and permanent position

45 hours per week

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From £35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Logistics: 4 years (required)