DISTRIBUTION TEAM LEADER
START DATE: Immediately, following successful interview with client
SHIFT PATTERN: Tuesday - Saturday, 09:30 – 18:00 (approximately)
ADDITIONAL HOURS: Every second Sunday for Monday planning (hours can be taken back during the week)
SALARY: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
LOCATION: Bellshill
People Solutions are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Distribution Team Leader on behalf of our well-established client based in Bellshill.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a logistics professional to develop their career within a growing food distribution company.
Why Join Us?
✔ Job Security: Permanent full-time opportunity
✔ Career Progression: Strong mentoring focus and development opportunities
✔ Benefits: 22 days holiday plus public holidays
✔ Competitive Salary: £35-40k depending on experience
Key Responsibilities
* Overseeing a team of up to seventeen drivers, ensuring efficient daily operations
* Managing vehicle routing to maximise efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction
* Handling tachograph analysis and ensuring compliance with working time regulations
* Ensuring vehicle maintenance schedules are met in line with company standards
* Managing customer and sales rep enquiries in a professional and timely manner
* Conducting driver debriefs upon return to the depot
* Monitoring cancelled and return orders/goods
* Assisting with HR & training documentation and maintaining compliance
* Supporting the Distribution Manager (Scotland and ROI) as required
* Working 1 Sunday in 2 for routing support
Essential Skills & Experience
✔ Valid UK Category C Driving Licence, DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card
✔ Strong logistical and analytical skills
✔ Advanced IT skills, including Excel, Access, VBA, Power BI & Routing Software
✔ Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
✔ Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
✔ Strong problem-solving skills with a commercial mindset
Desirable Skills & Qualifications
* A relevant diploma or degree, or at least 3 years of experience in planning and/or shipping
* Working towards or holding a Certificate of Professional Competency (CPC)
* Experience with Orcom or Bluetree systems (preferred but not essential)
Interview Process
* 1st Round: Teams interview with hiring managers (technical & skills-based assessment)
* 2nd Round: Candidates prepare 3-4 PowerPoint slides for a 10-minute discussion to assess IT skills and general competency
Training provided
* Training provided for the successful applicant
Apply Today!
* Click below to start your application and secure a long-term career with our client