Job Description

About the role

We are currently recruiting a Transport Manager to lead our Transport Department in Hoddesdon.


The objective of the role is to ensure that our large, fast-moving Transport operation runs smoothly and efficiently, by achieving optimum service levels across all contracts whilst working to specific KPIs.


40 hours per week Monday - Friday however flexibility is required - 24-hour operation


We look forward to you joining the BEST team!


You will be responsible for
Adhere to and ensure that colleagues follow Health and Safety policy and procedures Comply with Ministry records, transport and health and safety legislation Effectively manage a team of 8 x managers and transport colleagues, ensuring they have the required skills and knowledge Provide guidance, leadership and motivation, promoting a positive and respectful working culture Ensure the department operates within the cost budgets laid out in the annual budget Ensure maximum routing efficiency, whilst encouraging fuel cost savings Ensure compliance with legal requirements with regards to transportation Monitor out of hours process Ensure timely completion of documentation in line with recognised time scales Ensure a consistent approach to people issues such as absence, grievance and disciplinary procedures Ensure all new colleagues receive a thorough induction/training Conduct regular 1-2-1's with Managers and colleagues within the transport team, identifying career progression/development opportunities Optimise productivity and maintain customer service to our customers with flexibility, adapting to our customers' needs Manage an efficient vehicle maintenance operation for approximately 100 vehicles Be aware of food standards agency and carry out due diligence Be cost effective and constantly review systems and efficiency Be aware of warehouse structure and cultivate a daily interface

You will need

Certificate of professional competence in transport management Previous experience of leading a team in a similar distribution and logistics environment A strong grasp of both European and domestic tachograph legislation Excellent communication skills and be a keen problem solver Experience of performance evaluation, feedback and preparing development plans Experience of managing your own budget responsibilities



About The Company

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.


Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we're a place where Everyone's Welcome.


We know life looks a little different for each of us. That's why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We're proud that Booker is a

Disability Confident Committed

employer and we're committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact

recruitment@bookergroup.com

Please note
We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.
On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.
Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco
For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk
What's in it for you

The additional Benefits of being part of the BEST team!

10% Tesco discount, which increases to 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks (all discounts apply to home delivery) 20% discount on F&F Clothing 10% discount at Tesco Cafe 10% Booker discount Pizza Hut Restaurants: 25% discount after 3pm, excludes buffet and deals 25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants Contributory Pension. 1 year life assurance for all colleagues; or 3 years if you join the pension scheme Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family & the opportunity to join a healthcare cash plan. An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including cinema vouchers & a cycle to work scheme * A great holiday package - 29 days pro rata