We manufacture a wide range of flours in some of the most technically advanced mills in the world which ensures the highest level of food safety and brand protection for our customers. We have built our reputation as a world class miller and market leader by establishing close working relationships with our customers. We hold ourselves to uncompromised ethical and legal standards and are proud that our customers and suppliers endorse our reputation for innovation, consistency and partnership.
Main Purpose of the Role:
Responsible for the management of logistics and the day to day running of the Transport Teams at our Scottish and Northwest sites. The team includes Transport Shift Managers, Transport Supervisors, Planners and Drivers. You will drive their development and the continuous improvement of our Transport operation.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
* Overall responsibility for the day to day running of the Transport operation on site.
* In conjunction with the Group Head of Distribution, control spend against budget.
* Ensuring the operation meets its performance and safety targets, monitoring it and reporting to Senior Management.
* Shared O Licence responsibility.
* Ensuring that all operations are carried out in accordance with UK and European Union laws and regulations, particularly relating to Health and Safety.
* Lead by example and promote positivity and professionalism throughout your teams.
* Maintaining high levels of service performance.
* Oversee planning and fleet utilisation to ensure customer requirements are met and orders fulfilled.
* Managing your people’s performance in line with Company policies and procedures.
* Identifying areas for improvement and delivering results.
* Improving operational efficiencies and driving change.
* Managing relationships with suppliers.
* Work closely with Fleet and Compliance Manager to ensure high standards of vehicle presentation are maintained.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits:
* Competitive salary, up to £50,485.00 per year
* Enhanced holiday entitlement
* Company sick pay
* Life insurance
* EV/ULEV car scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
In return we are looking for:
* Must have experience working in a similar role within multi-site, large fleet and fast paced environment.
* CPC National Certificate.
* Excellent decision making and prioritisation skills.
* Excellent interpersonal, influencing and communication skills.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft packages, particularly Excel.
* Flexible, can-do approach with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
* Strong motivational, team building and leadership skills.
* Driven to succeed and seek out areas for continuous improvement.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate: Kirkcaldy KY1 2SR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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