Job Description

Transport Shift Manager based Stoke on Trent

Grade:

M

Contract Type:

Permanent (Full-Time)

Salary

: 38,223

Shift patterns:

4

Week r

ota including weekend working (see below)

Location:

Stoke on Trent ST4 2TP





DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to play a vital role coordinating our daily logistics requirements. To succeed in this role, you should have a comprehensive knowledge of supply chain management practices and a demonstrative understanding of transport procedures in a busy environment.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

Supporting the Transport Manager in providing a fully compliant operation, operational expertise, ensuring the transport operation is efficiently run within the agreed cost perimeters and ensuring a first class service is maintained to achieve the contracts objectives and meet the customers demands. Achievement of targets, deliveries on time, maintaining team morale, achievement of personal development objectives and remaining compliant. Manage a team of 3 x First Line Managers, co-ordinate, supervise and report upon the work activities of a team; providing effective communication, leadership, motivation, training & development. Accountable for the delivery of all aspects of the shift operation ensuring the delivery of efficient and custmer focused service Analyse reports against KPI targets and advise on action to improve results Fostering an environment that promotes a culture of Continuous Improvement, sharing of ideas and best practice.

Shift pattern:

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Week 1 REST 10:00 - 22:00 10:00 - 22:00 REST REST 10:00 - 22:00 12:00 - 20:00 Week 2 08:00 - 20:00 REST REST 10:00 - 22:00 10:00 - 22:00 REST REST Week 3 REST 06:00 - 18:00 06:00 - 18:00 REST REST 06:00 - 18:00 06:00 - 14:00 Week 4 06:00 - 18:00 REST REST 06::00 - 18:00 06:00 - 18:00 REST REST

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box on this page - we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:


Previous and practical experience as a Shift Manager in a Transport or Distribution environment Computer literate with a practical knowledge of logistics software packages including Tachomaster and Microlise Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage, organise and train direct reports Flexibility to work a 4 week shift patterns Ensures that day-to-day operational activities are inline with customers specifications A recognised qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics will be well-received Live locally to Stoke on Trent ST4 2TP

WHY CHOOSE US?

As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:


On-site benefits: free parking Free confidential 24/7 GP service Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym) Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

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WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

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BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.





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Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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