Transport Supervisor

Location:

Northamptonshire, GB

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you "Dare to Grow" with us?

YOUR ROLE

Join our dynamic team in Daventry as a Transport Supervisor! In this role, you'll play a key part in keeping our Transport Office running smoothly, safely, and efficiently, ensuring we not only meet but exceed customer expectations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love making an impact, we want to hear from you!

This is a Monday to Friday role, 14:00-22:30.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Reporting into the General Manager you will manage the day-to-day transport operation, driver management, fleet compliance and ensure service level agreements are maintained in line with contractual requirements. You also will:

1. Manage all site employees including any subcontractors and agency staff, in line with current legislation, company policies and procedures.
2. Provide and maintain efficient and effective support for the site as required, ensuring planning of orders is effective and efficient, managing all POD activity to demonstrate full audit trail.
3. Ensure all traffic office functions are carried out in line with company policies and procedures.
4. Ensure that all activities are undertaken in accordance with the current legislation, company policies and procedures and best practice.
5. Ensure full legal compliance across all areas, including drivers' hours, Vehicle Off-Road (VOR) processes, MOT scheduling, and the regular servicing of trucks and trailers.
6. Ensure office-based Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are consistently met and maintained.
7. Conduct root cause analysis on operational issues to identify areas for resolution and prevention and identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
8. Fulfil customer requirements to the highest possible standards, working closely with the warehouse team to ensure a consistent service is delivered.
9. Contribute effectively to a team environment, ensuring housekeeping standards are applied and adhered to in-line with SCA requirements.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Our ideal candidate will have previous experience of working in a transport environment, along with knowledge of tachograph legislation and working time directive. You will have excellent communication skills and will have the ability to work as part of a team and using your own initiative in a busy environment. You will use organisation and time management skills to delegate tasks, as well as being customer focused and a confident decision maker. You will be IT literate with the ability to use MS Office packages.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands. There's no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you'd like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status.
Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland.