Due to continued growth, we are now seeking a Transport Manager to join our Operations team at our Telford site. As Transport Manager you will ensure the effective operation of the Transport function, drive continuous improvements and further develop integrated transport solutions to deliver a premium and cost effective service. Produce, agree & manage the Transport budget, accounting for any variances. Take a proactive approach in order to fully engage any new initiatives at the depot, ensuring the integration of projects is successful in line with business needs. This is a full time, permanent position offering a competitive salary and package with the opportunity to work for a forward thinking market leader. Job responsibilities of Transport Manager include: Proactively seek optimisation without affecting service Integration and control of new cross dock clients where applicable Increased vehicle fleet to include offsite parking Responsible for the interface between every area of the operation to ensure efficiency and effectiveness Direct, motivate and develop team members to equip them with the skills to lead and manage their teams Ensure compliance with all statutory legislation in regard to Health & Safety and statutory Transport rules and regulations Managing a group of approved 3rd party hauliers on national and international journeys Responsible for communication cascades throughout the transport operation Propose, agree and implement service standard agreements for products with customers in conjunction with other areas of the business Consider proposals and implementation of improvements methods in regard to staff, operational changes to transport associated activities which will improve efficiency and/or levels of performance Ensure a secure and safe environment for staff and products Support the Company in regard to reducing its carbon footprint, for example recycling initiatives Client Interface with all major customers including implementation meetings, customer reviews and other ad hoc meetings as required Work to tight deadlines on new initiatives Provide effective leadership and direction to the Transport Department Ensure the Companies Operator Licences are maintained efficiently and accurately at all times. Contingency planning to avoid Company exposure to the Operator Licences To drive through continuous improvement initiatives Proactive management of new legislation Effective Manage the Transport Department through KPI measures Effective day-to-day decision making for administration teams Retailer Interface in regard to Key supplier management for quality and cost Significant UK and continental supplier collection responsibilities Achieve efficiency through managing, planning and controlling staff on a daily basis, and an ongoing basis through objectives
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Culina Group is hiring a Transport Manager
About company
We are a market leading ambient and chilled food & drink 3PL specialist, providing warehousing, distribution, contract packing and a bonded division with extensive expertise in relation to dutiable goods across the UK and Ireland. We have recently added both Fresh and Food Manufacturing divisions and are looking towards the future and the continuation of being one of the leading logistics companies within the UK.
Using modern IT infrastructure, including warehouse management systems, satellite tracking and client interfaces we are able to offer unrivalled customer support, ensuring that you always know where your products are. Online up to date data is always available through customer web portals allowing you to track your goods from anywhere, while a significant investment of over £2.5m in customer service infrastructure over the last five years ensures that we exceed customer expectations not just once or twice, but every single time.
Working hand in hand with some of the globe's leading brands and manufacturers is an everyday event at Culina Group, plus with a multitude of own-label producers and developing companies, all are catered for with an efficient and flexible infrastructure. Importantly, our strategic focus is on food & drink logistics within a shared-user environment, which is driven by volume and critical mass. This ultimately delivers an efficient and cost effective solution for clients of all sizes.
We are committed to future proofing our business by investing in teams, network, systems, sector and the environment, which will ensure we continue to provide clients with a robust supply chain platform which performs beyond expectations every day. The latest two service additions of Fresh and Food Manufacturing are testament to this ethos, ensuring that we continue to become a leading light within the logistics industry.