Company Description Culina Logistics provides integrated supply chain services and expertise for food & drink products that require strict refrigerated temperatures.
At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!
Job Description Reporting to the Transport Manager, the Assistant Transport Manager is responsible for the 24/7 Transport operations, managing the Transport Team and supporting the Transport Manager in ensuring that costs are controlled in line with budget / forecast expectations.
This is a full time, permanent role, working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
Key Duties of a Assistant Transport Manager:
Manage the Depot Transport staff to execute Traffic plans to enable delivery of products to customers within agreed service levels
Reduce non contract maintenance and damage spends through the use of vehicle passports, daily confirmation of spend, in conjunction with other Culina depots
Ensure that all available fleet is on the road and declared to enable the Planning Team to plan the resource
Motivate and develop the team through engagement, training and personal development plans
Ensure all staff are fully trained and have the correct equipment
Ensure that the Transport team comply with all relevant statutes and regulations
Communicate with 3rd Party hauliers in regard to control of all reported defects on drop trailers left for pre loading
Check and approve maintenance cost reports and related invoices
Ensure annual MOTs and service intervals on all fleet equipment are carried out on time
Monitor, Audit and Control suppliers
Attend Monthly Customer review meetings in the absence of the Transport Manager
Supports communication throughout department including team briefings and publication of KPIs
Support implementation of service improvements in conjunction with customers and other areas of the business
Generate and implement ideas with regards to staff and operational changes, which will help drive continuous improvement
Ensure a secure and safe environment for staff, both in your department and across the wider business
Be responsible for the maintenance and fuel aspect of Transport Budget, to include various KPIs and costs
Support the company in regard to reducing its carbon footprint, for example reducing road miles
Ability to deputise for the Transport Manager
Qualifications Transport Operational experience, ideally within a FMCG environment.
Previous experience managing and motivatinga team
Demonstrable experience managing a broad range of Employee Relations (ER) matters.
Good knowledge of Driver and vehicle compliance.
Experience of operating in a closed book, shared user environment
Problem solving in a pressurised environment
CPC qualification is desirable but not essential
Planning and organising skills with a high level of numeracy
IT Literate - proficient in MS Packages
Additional Information As part of our drive to make Culina Logistics a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.
Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.
Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:
Annual Leave Competitive holiday entitlement of 25 daysplus the normal bank holidays.
CompanyBonus We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
Private Medical Cover This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa
Pension scheme we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer agreat contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer
Life Assurance - 4x your annual salary
Wellness Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year
Eye Care Vouchers We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
Reward & Recognition We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!
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