Milk Collection Logistics Manager About the Role Reporting to the Group Logistics and Warehousing Manager you will have full responsibility for the operational function of the Dale Farm Milk Collection and bulk movement function. To effectively lead the department to efficiently meet company requirements. Delivering best practice in service, driver engagement, transport optimisation, team performance and cost efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Milk Collection team to deliver optimum performance through the function Optimise operational performance to meet business KPIs. Review, develop, and embed Milk Collection KPIs to drive business performance and accountability. Develop the departments strategy, budgets, business plan, forecasts, and performance targets within the context of overall strategy to ensure Milk Collection function runs smoothly and efficiently Implement and drive a culture of lean covering efficiencies, cost, waste, yield and people. Lead the team to optimise the performance of all employees involved with the operations including effective communications, target setting, employee development and managing areas of poor performance and behaviour. Lead and develop the Transport Managers overseeing their functions and promoting effective communication across the department and a positive working environment Maintain the necessary systems, procedures, training and working practices to deliver best practice and meet the requirements of the business, group policies, accreditation bodies, customer requirements and statutory compliance. Drive a continuous improvement culture owned and implemented across the workforce. Benchmark against best in class, investigate new methods and technologies and implement where appropriate. Monitor performance trends and initiate improvement activities and corrective actions. Liaise with sites and Farm Liaison team to maximise internal and Farmer satisfaction. Actively promote a behaviour driven safety culture and ensure that the operations conform to the Health & Safety legislation and holds regular safety reviews. Essential Criteria: A minimum of 3 years previous experience in a transport management role. Proven track record of leading, motivating and engaging a multi-site team to the highest standards of performance in a fast paced environment. Experience in managing to legislative compliance. Experience in P&L accountability with track record of establishing and delivering against financial plans and objectives. Experience in resource planning and asset management. Experience in reporting KPIs and implementing business improvement initiatives. Proficient in full MS Office package with emphasis on Excel. Experience in managing H&S performance to align with strategy and best practice. Strong communication skills and can clearly demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate to a range of internal and external stakeholders. Track record of developing team capability and competencies. Desirable Criteria: Transport related training qualification Previous experience using route optimisation software Previous experience in the dairy industry. Why Dale Farm? We have a lot to offer at Dale Farm, not only to our farmer members that we support but also to our employees, and we are committed to a learning and development journey for all.In addition to a competitive salary commensurate with the role and our standard benefits such as 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and contributary company pension, we also offer benefits such as Life Assurance, full wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme, and enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave. We are proud to promote an open and supportive culture which is based on our core values: Teamwork | Positivity | Resolve | Ambition | Curiosity | Accountability You can find out more about our organisation on our LinkedIn and Facebook Career pages and on our company website where you will find the link to apply.. The closing date for applications is 5pm on Thur 20th Feb 2025 We are an Equal Opportunities Employer Only applications from EU Nationals or those with a valid permit to work in the UK will be accepted No unsolicited CVs from Agencies Skills: Ambition Teamwork Communication