Transport Manager

DHL; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job description

Pay Rate: £45,000
Grade: K
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday to Friday, working between
Location: Birmingham, B46 1TT

DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business, is seeking a Transport First Line Manager to play a vital role in coordinating our daily logistics requirements. To succeed in this role, you should have a comprehensive knowledge of supply chain supervisory practices and a demonstrative understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods, dispatching orders, and tracking transportation vehicles.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

• Responsible for managing drivers and mates ensuring everyone has the required training and tools to complete their role successfully, remaining compliant at all times. Monitor and drive individual and site performance ensuring processes are adhered to and Contractual KPI's are met.
• The Transport Manager is also accountable for the legal and efficient execution of transport operations and is the named CPC holder on the operator license.
• Maintain service schedules and ensure all O licence commitments are met, action all defects immediately following the correct process, and ensure any VOR vehicles are kept off the road until rectified.
• Coordinate staff training - identify needs of drivers and mates to ensure all employees are trained to use all tools/equipment and vehicles within their remit.
• Manage operational costs and identification of cost performance trends - i.e. fuel performance/accidents etc.
• Span of control circa 100 and fleet size of circa 50.

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

• Minimum 2 years previous and practical experience as a Transport Supervisor within a logistics environment.
• Knowledge of Working Time Legislation & EU driving legislation.
• Strong influencing skills.
• Computer literate, with a practical knowledge of logistics software packages such as Key 2 and Tachomaster desired.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to supervise, organise and train direct reports.
• CPC essential.

WHY CHOOSE US?

As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)
• Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more.

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging.

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE

DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management and we keep the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more, so they can deliver to their customers.