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Transport Shift Manager

Upto £42k + Benefits

North Lanarkshire

Our client is a niche FMCG Distributor and we are delighted to assist them in their search for an experienced Transport professional as they look to recruit a Transport Shift Manager at their site in Bellshill, on a Tuesday to Saturday shift (1000hrs – 1830hrs).

Reporting into the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for the day to day running of the busy Transport operation, with a fleet size of c15 units and 16 Drivers. The site operates on a multi-drop basis.

Key Accountabilities as Transport Shift Manager:

* Ensure compliance of HHT processes

* Vehicle Routing for max efficiency and customer satisfaction

* Ensure Operators License processes are maintained

* Build and maintain relationships with colleagues.

* Dealing with general customer & sales rep enquiries

* De-brief drivers on return

* Monitoring of return orders/goods

* Assist with driver training, files, and documentation.

* Ensure outstanding documents from Depots and Suppliers are received and resolve any anomalies

* Routing 1 Sunday in 2 (approx. 1530hrs – 1630hrs).

The Ideal Person for the Transport Manager role:

* Ability to work effectively in a busy environment with daily deadlines

* Good interpersonal communication skills to integrate into team

* Ability to work on own initiative and suggest/implement improvements in process

* Flexible approach to working with customer and rep deadlines

* Ambition to develop & grow within the role

* IT literacy and knowledge of MS Office package. Routing software and Power Bi an advantage.

* Class C License, DCPC Card & Digital Tacho Card

This is a fantastic opportunity – we look forward to your application.

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