Job Description

Who are we?

Flooring Superstore is an award-winning online and offline flooring retailer. We sell a wide range of floor types including specialist brands focused on smooth flooring and artificial grass. After starting out online back in 2012, we have gone from strength to strength and have grown considerably in size. We began opening up retail stores over 8 years ago to complement our online presence. Since then, we have opened 40+ stores nationwide, with many more planned to open in 2025 and beyond.

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Depot Supervisor to join our Bristol team.

About us...

Award winning online and offline retailer 300+ members of staff and growing Our own delivery network across the UK, 11 depots and 80+ vehicles Huge room for progression within the business for ambitious and dedicated staff Large store expansion plan 2025 and beyond

The Job Role:

Work closely alongside and also deputise for Depot Manager Split orders by route confirming all orders have arrived at Depot Complete reports for HQ including Returns / Hold and Other details Issue Routes and 'Driver Packs' to drivers Provide timely responses and actions to issues raised on the Daily Report Support RDM's in completing RCA to reduce and prevent further incidents and accidents Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy and compliant to legal requirements Where applicable, ensure all driver and vehicle tacho downloads are completed in a timely manner Assist Depot Manager with Driver's performance through regular, proactive communication and reviews Analyse telematics comparing performance and issue improvement actions accordingly Assist Depot Manager to Manage budget vs actual targeting improvements where necessary working with RDM Ensure depot has appropriate levels of vehicle consumables to minimise downtime Assist in Managing agency levels at depot and confirm worked hours with RDM for payment accuracy Assist with dealing with lateness and poor attendance following guidance from HR Produce reports to support identifying improvement opportunities and discuss with RDM Complete customer order deliveries daily Control of any additional hire fleet used and confirming details to HQ Ensure Depot hygiene and cleanliness is maintained to 'visit ready' standard Any other related duties as may be reasonably requested by the company

The Person:

Experience in supervising and managing diverse and multicultural teams Ability to provide leadership and coaching Experience of managing within a fast paced high volume environment Good working knowledge of transport regulations and requirements Good interpersonal and communication skills Strong can do attitude Logical and analytical approach to data analysis and problem solving Excellent Microsoft Office skills Advanced driving qualification would be advantageous Experience driving 7.5 tonne vehicles or similar

Hours:

44 hours per week Tuesday to Friday 0400hrs - 1545hrs plus occasional overtime to meet requirements of the business.

What we will give you:

Enhanced holidays - 6.2 weeks Pay rate increases to 14.55 per hour if you have a valid Category C1 driving licence, DCPC and Driver Card 5% Pension Contribution from the company Sickness Pay (for qualifying staff) Maternity & Paternity package Company Loyalty Scheme Discounts on major retailers - huge savings to be made! In house communication and recognition platform keeping you updated on all the company news 25% discount on our products for friends and family Annual Company Awards Health and Wellbeing Support Opportunities for career progression Opportunity to be part of a company who are proud supporters and fundraisers of amazing organisations plus a large number of charities across the UK and who are also actively making changes to become more environmentally friendly and have positive impacts on the planet such as supporting tree planting and ocean clean-up initiatives Free Parking
Studies have shown that some groups of people are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Flooring Superstore, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,528.00-33,290.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

Are you comfortable with physical work and manual handling, including heavy, repetitive lifting? Are you comfortable with the shift pattern? This role is paid monthly - are you comfortable with the pay rate? Do you have a full, clean driving licence? This includes any expired points or endorsements still showing on your driving licence or ever having to notify an insurer of driving convictions
Experience:

Supervisory: 1 year (preferred) Delivery driver: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Category C1 Licence (required) Driver CPC (preferred) Tacho Card (preferred)
Work Location: In person