Transport Shift Manager in Derby

Company description:
Khne + Nagel (AG & Co.) KG
Job description:
? The Transport Shift Manager is a key leadership role. They should lead by example and have the capacity to contribute to driving and shaping the culture and approach of the Transport Department on a daily basis.
Reporting to the Transport Manager you will be responsible for the day to day planning, execution and financial reporting of the Road Logistics domestic C&D operation, building and maintaining a highly efficient, competent and committed 24/7 Transport team that works collaboratively with other Road Logistics departments.
Hours Mon to Fri 11am to 7.30pm (flexible)
How you create impact Ensure that staff and drivers are competent, aware of company procedures and trained on appropriate work Instructions.
Drive efficiency to optimise the number of drivers and vehicles required and lead by example to develop highly engaged teams.
Continuously review processes to identify improvement opportunities.
Line Manager Responsibility for a team of planners and operators.
Deputise for the Transport Manager when required.
Through a dedicated team of transport planners and operators, utilise the domestic network of Distribution Partners, Contractors and Owned Fleet assets to plan and execute daily collection and delivery activities for the Road Logistics business.
Manage attendance in order maintain proper staffing levels and appropriate skill levels in the department at all times.
Management of dangerous goods within the KN Dangerous Goods procedures and working instructions.
Commend or reprimand employees as appropriate and deal with disciplinary hearings at written warning level.
Investigate and report on complaints and non-conformances for the Transport Manager. Implementation of corrective actions
What we would like you to bring CPC Holder National and International (Desirable but must achieve within 12 months of taking role).
People management experience with track record of driving good behaviours and cultures within a team. Experience of managing operations and people through change (Essential).
Experience of running a collection and delivery transport operation in a demanding, fast paced and customer-centric environment.
Transport Finance awareness.
An excellent level of IT literacy.
NVQ Level 3 Management Qualification (Desirable)
IOSH Managing Safety (Desirable but must achieve within 12 months of taking role)
Driving Licence
Leadership, motivational and influencing skills to achieve results.
Organisational skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Good written and verbal communication style with a team ethic and customer focused attitude.
Understand the cost drivers in a transport operation and commercial awareness.
What's in it for you As well as our competitive pay rates and superb training opportunities, we also offer a great working environment. You will be respected and valued if you work for us and have genuine opportunities to progress and develop.
* 26 days holidays plus bank holidays * 2 volunteering days per year * 3 x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme * A tailored personal development and training programme. * Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best. * Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave * Cycle to work scheme * Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more) * Refer a friend scheme.
Health Cash plans will be also available to you. The easy-to-use plan provides you with a range of valuable cash benefits and services and gives you money back towards the cost of your routine healthcare, up to set limits, helping you to budget for essential health costs such as optical, dental and therapy treatments.
As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation

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