At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise a transport team, manage logistics operations, and engage with suppliers and customers.
- Company: Join a reputable logistics company focused on developing future leaders.
- Benefits: Receive training, coaching, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Enjoy a varied role with exposure to different business areas.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and make a real impact in logistics.
- Qualifications: Transport experience and a strong 'Can Do' attitude are essential.
Reporting into the Logistics Manager, this is an exciting White Collar Logistics role with a business that wants to develop, coach & mentor you into a Logistics Manager of the future.
This business has a reputation of retaining its Logistics talent and of being a good place to work.
THE ROLE:
- Supervisor of a Transport department - including a team of drivers, small office team and a small fleet of vehicles (HGV's and Vans).
- Standing in for the Operations Manager when they are away from the business.
- Negotiation with suppliers, carriers and customers.
- Transport Planning.
- Engagement of your team.
- Thinking commercially at all times.
- Other operational requirements as they arise - this is a well established medium-sized business so you will have a wider scope than within a blue-chip business.
- Exposure to other parts of the business at the right times in order to develop your career.
- Training, Coaching and even vocational courses will be provided, including Management CPC (if needed).
THE PERSON:
- Transport operational experience.
- Transport Management CPC qualified - DESIRABLE BUT NOT ESSENTIAL.
- Able to commute to & from the Wolverhampton area on a daily basis.
- Strong "Can Do" attitude as this is a highly demanding industry where no day will ever be the same.
- A strong-minded person who can deal with a fast-paced & ever-changing operation.
- Supervisory experience within a Transport setting.
ABOUT US:
With over 23 years expertise in the Logistics/Supply Chain sector - Indigo Search recruit for management, director & executive roles across the UK.
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Transport Supervisor (Days) in Wolverhampton employer: Indigo Search Ltd
As a Transport Supervisor at our well-established medium-sized business in Wolverhampton, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development through coaching and training opportunities. We pride ourselves on retaining our logistics talent and providing a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, allowing you to grow into a future Logistics Manager while engaging with various operational aspects of the business.
