Job Description
We are looking for Transport Supervisors to join our team.
The shifts are 4 on 4 off covering earlies and lates.
Salary £25,500 per annum.
How will you contribute?
- General administration duties in-line with Transport legislation, company policy and procedures
- To work with, assist, and report to the Transport Management team
- Ensuring good standards of Health and Safety processes are followed by yourself and the team
- Daily execution of the plan, ensuring all collections are made on time in full and accurate completion of daily Transport paperwork
- Chase outstanding collections as per the plan
- Regular communication with the planning department of any delays / lateness / issues
- Primary point of contact for customer enquiries / changes to schedule, ensuring these are logged accurately
- Collation of information for KPI reporting
- Utilising the Transport Management System
- Managing drivers’ hours, infringements and control of Tachographs
- Managing and controlling sub-contraction requirement.
- Liaise with relevant departments / sites to achieve the most effective loading schedule.
- Assist with the management of vehicle defects through the VOR process
What will you bring?
- To be able to effectively communicate with customer, suppliers and colleagues.
- Able to work under pressure whilst maintaining a professional attitude.
- Must have a flexible approach and be willing to carry out varied tasks positively, reliably and accurately.
- An excellent team player, able to work on own initiative and make decisions.
- A background in logistics is preferred, although full training will be given.
- Experience of working in or alongside a Transport Team.
- Good general PC skills.
- Good knowledge of driver’s hours and WTD.
- Working knowledge of Transport Management Systems would be advantageous although full training will be given.
- Flexible approach to working hours.
About us
Wincanton is a leading supply chain partner for British business, providing supply chain solutions up and down the country. With over 20,000 colleagues across more than 200 sites and an 8,500 strong fleet of vehicles, we put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We are “Great people delivering sustainable supply chain value”.
Our Culture & Benefits
In addition to generous remuneration, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include, online discount platform, onsite parking and much more.
Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That’s why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.
Be a part of our values; Excellence, Integrity, Passion, Proactivity, Togetherness & Trust.
Our Commitment
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We strive for an environment where all colleagues feel included, supported, and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes and we welcome your application.