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Senior Transport Manager - Leading 3rd Party Distribution Company - Warrington - Up to £60,000.

About the Company

Our client is a leading third party logistics business who have an exciting opportunity to join them as Senior Transport Manager at their site in Greater Manchester.

Senior Transport Manager - The Rewards

  • Salary up to £60,000
  • Bonus 20%
  • Car
  • Performance based incentives
  • Further development opportunities

Senior Transport Manager - Requirements

  • Demonstrable experience at senior management level within large/complex supply chain operations with full knowledge of transport legislation;
  • Knowledge of computerised scheduling and driver management packages an advantage;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to operate at multiple levels and establish effective communication channels in both customer organisations and Wincanton
  • Robust influencing and negotiation skills - proven to deliver successful change in complex customer and unionised operational environments
  • Experienced in developing and deepening customer relationships, resulting in improved commercial performance and growth delivery
  • You will be inquisitive, innovative and deliver an exceptional service to the customer.
  • Excellent commercial acumen - understand the dynamics of both open/ closed book contracts & develops a profit centre approach & culture amongst the Account team that is focused on bottom line performance.
  • Able to manage conflict and tough conversations including complex IR issues.
  • Succeeds in building effective stakeholder relationships with the ability to influence management teams thinking to deliver high performance through a culture of accountability and ownership.
  • The depot operates 24/7 therefore it is essential that you are flexible in your approach to work.
  • A CPC (National & International) is a prerequisite for the position.

Senior Transport Manager - Responsibilities

  • Reporting to the General manager your responsibilities will include all aspects of safety, service, cost and people management and achievement of the appropriate KPIs;
  • Giving direction and monitor performance that assists the General Manager in ensuring the site runs efficiently and effectively with direct responsibility for the transport activities on site.
  • Ensure effective communication throughout the operational leadership team; communicating planned requirements providing information on performance.
  • Ensure that a best in class safety performance is delivered through a behavioural based safety culture
  • Build and implement an effective employee engagement strategy, resulting in a highly engaged and motivated workforce
  • To ensure the operation achieves targeted daily and weekly KPIs, through effective use of the planning / scheduling information available;
  • To ensure the department provides a quality first class service to the customer and stores;
  • To ensure the department operates within the legal constraints of the sites operator’s license;
  • Ensure the operation is fully compliant with legislation and company tachograph policy were applicable and the operation complies with the Road Traffic Act;
  • Ensuring transport financial performance is within budget;
  • Assist in the recruitment and training of the Transport Team;
  • Develop an engaged, high-performance team culture - where growth mindset is prevalent
  • Develop a talented team and create robust succession plans for current and future key roles
  • Build customer confidence through demonstrating a thorough knowledge of the operation;
  • To participate in commercial reviews with the sites Senior Management Team, Company Finance teams and Client review processes where required

About Us

Detail2Recruitment acts as an employment agency in respect of this position. We will process your CV and personal information to assess your suitability for the role. If your application is taken forward we will record your personal information and contact you to discuss the role. We may consider you for other relevant roles we have that we believe will be of interest to you. Your personal information will be held securely. For more information please refer to Detail2Recruitment website.

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