At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and motivate a team in a dynamic transport operation, driving performance and engagement.
- Company: Join ArrowXL, a supportive and innovative logistics company focused on continuous improvement.
- Benefits: Enjoy 31 days of annual leave, enhanced pension, life insurance, and discounts at top retailers.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities through our award-winning Training Academy.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a collaborative environment while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: 2+ years of experience in transport management and knowledge of road transport regulations required.
The predicted salary is between 56059 - 68517 £ per year.
Are you an experienced transport leader with a passion for developing people and driving performance? ArrowXL is looking for a Transport First Line Manager for our Wigan depot, where you'll be empowered to make a real impact within our 2-person home delivery operation, in a supportive, collaborative environment where continuous improvement is encouraged.
In this role, you will lead a team of colleagues, ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant operation of our transport function. You'll lead and develop teams, embed a positive culture, and drive high levels of engagement, accountability and performance across the operation.
Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory DBS check where required for the role.
- Leading and motivating a team of Service Delivery Crews and Team Leaders, providing coaching, support and development to drive high performance.
- Maximising fleet utilisation through effective resource planning and cost control, while ensuring the operation remains safe, compliant and efficient.
- Taking ownership of legal compliance, health & safety and transport regulations across the operation.
- Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and performance within the Transport function, recommending and implementing effective solutions.
- Leading the recruitment, development and performance management of colleagues, ensuring Service Delivery Crews are fully trained in driver CPC, service delivery standards and product installation.
- Making timely decisions that protect customer service and delivery performance while maintaining a strong commercial focus.
At least 2 years' experience leading and managing teams, ideally within a transport operation, with responsibility for performance, engagement and development. Possess a good knowledge of Road Transport Regulations and hold a National CPC. Full UK driving licence. Demonstrable experience improving transport operations, driving operational excellence and delivering measurable performance improvements.
Annual Leave Entitlement – 31 days' entitlement (including statutory bank holidays) which increases with service!
Enhanced Pension Plan – including ArrowXL company contributions
Life Insurance – Company-funded 2x basic salary life cover from day one
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
Long Service Awards – Awarded for every 5 years’ service
Employee of the Month Incentives – Local winners across the country, plus an overall winner chosen by the CEO
Progression and Development Opportunities – Investment into your career path via our award-winning Training Academy
Up to 25% Staff Discount at Retail Discounts – Huge discount savings across retailers and restaurants, including Apple, Asda, B&Q, Halfords, Nando’s, TGI Friday’s, Screwfix and many more!
Discounted Gym Membership – Up to 25% discount across 3700 nationally located gyms, health clubs, leisure centres, boot camps and fitness studios
Cycle to Work Scheme – In partnership with Halfords, the Arrow XL C2W scheme offers great benefits and discounts
These guide everything we do - from how we deliver to how we help our people:
Transport Manager - Contract Logistics in Wigan employer: ArrowXL by JP Home
ArrowXL is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Wigan Depot where operational excellence is at the forefront of our mission. We prioritise employee growth through continuous training and development opportunities, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. With competitive benefits and a commitment to safety and compliance, we ensure that our team members feel valued and empowered in their roles.
