- Supervise back-shift transport operations to ensure timely and efficient deliveries within the pallet network and dedicated routes.
- Utilize ELogii transport planning management systems (TMS) for optimal route planning, scheduling, and operational reporting (from 20:00 to 22:00, covering day one to day two).
- Ensure full compliance with all relevant transport regulations, including tachograph laws, WTD, and legal driver hours.
- Monitor and analyze KPIs and performance metrics, driving continuous improvement to exceed service levels.
- Maintain effective communication with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality service.
- Work collaboratively with the Compliance Manager to ensure adherence to vehicle maintenance schedules and fleet management strategies.
- Implement and support health and safety procedures, fostering a safe workplace culture—we all own H&S!
- Provide IT systems support to ensure seamless integration with logistics operations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance operational efficiencies across the department.
- Proven experience as a Shift Manager or in a similar pallet network, transport planning, and logistics role.
- Strong proficiency in Vigo transport management systems and general IT applications.
- Comprehensive understanding of pallet network operations.
- Extensive knowledge of tachograph laws, WTD, and driver legal hours.
- Strong grasp of legal compliance legislation within the transport industry.
- Outstanding leadership, communication, and people management
- Ability to make critical decisions in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Working knowledge of health and safety regulations in transport and logistics.
- Financial awareness, including budget management and cost control.
- CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) in Transport Management.
- Experience in data analytics for operational improvements.
- Office-based role with occasional travel requirements.
- May involve irregular hours to meet operational demands.
- Working hours: 13:00 - 22:00 (Monday to Friday) with a one-hour unpaid lunch break, totaling a 45-hour workweek.
- Bank holiday support may be required, subject to local agreement.
- Flexibility in working hours to accommodate business needs.
- Become part of an experienced, dynamic team in a growing logistics environment.
- Play a pivotal role in shaping the operations team and supporting business growth.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- 28 holiday days per annum (including eight bank holiday days).
- Company pension contributions for long-term security.
- Death in service cover and access to a 24/7 doctor support line.