Job Description

Primaflow F&P Wholesale have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Supervisor to join our fast paced business and friendly team, where we work hard to simply deliver more for our customers and colleagues.

The role we're recruiting for:

You will supervise the team of drivers within a fast pace next day delivery transhipment point, driving health and safety and excellence through our service offering for our customers. The hours would typically be from 08:30 - 17:30 (1 Hour lunch break included) but hours can vary depending on business needs.

You will:

Checking and reviewing health and safety and transport compliance at the site, proactively developing Safey improvements and culture. Planning and reviewing delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and fuel efficiency. Responding to changes in resource requirements. Coaching and giving feedback to drivers to ensure compliance with current legislation and dealing with infringements promptly. Ensure that vehicles are inspected and maintained as per the company requirements and in accordance with goods vehicle operator's licence. Ability to make decisions quickly, flexible and logical attitude to problems - erratic volumes, vehicle breakdowns, delays. Knowledge and understanding of financial aspects of operating a commercial vehicle fleet - numerate and analytical.

It would be great if you had:

Previous experience in a Transport Supervisor role with a strong focus on health and safety, With the ability to motivate the team, communicate effectively and improve standards and performance would be beneficial however if you are in a supervisory/management role currently with transferable skills into the transport industry then that would also suffice.

A good understanding of Transport legislation would be prefered but not essential. Good computer skills, strong organisation skills and attention to detail, Good communicator - both written and verbal skills.

What we can offer you:

As well as support, direction and guidance throughout your time in this role, we are always looking for great people to develop and progress through the business. You will be entitled to some great benefits including a competitive salary, eligibility to an annual performance related profit share.

About us:

Primaflow F&P supply a wide range and depth of product through our regional distribution centres, delivered locally by Primaflow F&P drivers and supported by our regional sales offices.

We are the UK's largest plumbing, heating and bathroom wholesaler, supplying over 8,000 customers over 20,000 products. Offering independent merchants and retailers a one stop shop, next day delivery service solution to support their business.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Life insurance Profit sharing
Work Location: In person