Transport and Logistics Manager

Transport and Logistics Manager Location: Unit 1, Arlesey Business Park, Mill Lane, Arlesey, SG15 6RF Salary: £ ; per hour Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 08:00 to 17:00 About the Company: Established in 1989 our client is a family run company representing Honda, Mazda, Peugeot, Nissan, Skoda and Kia with dealerships in West London and Hertfordshire. They believe in ‘being the best’ and we want the best to work with them. They are currently looking for a Transport and Logistics Planner to join their award-winning corporate team based in Arlesey. The role offers the opportunity to build the valuable knowledge and skills needed to be successful and grow within the industry. Customers are at the heart of everything they do, building relationships and loyalty so customers come back time and time again, as such the ability to be hands-on and deliver exceptional levels of customer satisfaction is a must. Transport and Logistics Manager Responsibilities: •Manage the day to day running of trucks and trailers •Deal with the administration of fleet vehicles, ensuring all legal changes are complied with •Ensure the information for the operator's licence is sent out, ensuring we are kept up to date •Maintain records for the maintenance schedule requirements for all vehicles, including any repairs carried out •Control tachograph recording and inspection through FTA. Mange the working hours of the team ensuring all legal requirements are complied with. •Control and record the running costs of the vehicles •Keep up to date any legal changes that will impact upon the department, ensure managers are given notice of any requirements •Assist other members of the corporate department when required •Develop and maintain professional and positive relationships with colleagues, customers suppliers and external representatives Transport and Logistics Manager Requirements: •Full UK Driving Licence •Excellent attention to detail •Process-driven •Good geographical knowledge of the UK •Ability to remain calm under pressure •Customer-focused •Excellent written and verbal communication skills •1-3 years logistics experience (Preferable) •1-3 years CPC experience Transport and Logistics Manager Benefits: •Car lease scheme, 2 cars per household (available after qualifying period) •28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) plus the option to purchase up to 5 additional days •Contributory pension scheme •Rewards portal offering retail discounts across the UK •Preferential rates on vehicle purchases, services and parts •Quarterly employee awards to further recognise and reward our top achievers If you think that you are suitable for this Transport and Logistics Manager role, please apply now!