Job Description
As Subcontract Manager you will manage the daily function of the Subcontract team managing relationships with existing providers. You will be working closely with hauliers and the pallet network to ensure business needs are met. A large part of this role will involve cost analysis to manage existing spends therefore, the successful candidates will be to be confident in handling difficult conversations involving negotiation. You also will ensure that all suppliers are 100% legally compliant for up to 12 depots.
The successful candidates will need to have extensive knowledge within 3PL and how the sector works, contacts and relationships are to key to success of this role. Experience in Roadrunner would be beneficial.
This role is to be based in the Midlands with a requirement to travel, flexibility is required.
Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00
Daily Duties:
* Manage subbed volumes.
* Implement subcontract strategy based on forecasted volumes.
* Manage haulier performance.
* Manage and control all external sub hauliers to ensure 100% legal compliance.
* Manage and control claims and returns that may arise to reduce the company’s liability of losses.
* Take on additional work from 3rd party hauliers to reduce empty running on the fleet
* Be the point of contact for purchase order queries.
* Support Central Team as required.
Qualifications
* Demonstrable planning and problem-solving skills.
* Equivalent of 5 GCSEs at C Grade or above.
* Excellent communicator, with a strong knowledge of Microsoft systems.
* Able to work under pressure and collaborating with a range of departments across the business, from Planning through to Forecasting.
* IT Literate including Microsoft word, excel and outlook.
* Knowledge of the transport industry.
Additional Information
As part of our drive to make Great Bear a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.
Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.
Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:
* Annual Leave – 25 Days plus Bank Holidays
* Company Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
* Private Medical Cover – This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa
* Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer
* Life Assurance - 4 x your annual salary
* Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year
* Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
* Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
* Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam