Operational Transport Manager

DHL

  • Doncaster
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
Grade: RCS K
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday - Friday Day shift, with flexibility around this
Location: Doncaster, DN3 3FF (Onsite full time, with one visit to Faverdale outbase each week)Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.We're now looking for a Transport Manager to take the helm of our daily transport operations!In this pivotal role, you will lead our dynamic team to achieve excellence and drive success throughout our transport network. Join us and be a key player in shaping the future of logistics!✅WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Optimise performance across all resources, KPI's and safety processes onsite
  • Overseeing both a trunk and home delivery operation, ensuring efficient resource allocation and fleet management
  • Lead, inspire and develop the operations team to reach their full potential
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with the customer and customer-managed warehouse to enhance collaboration and service delivery
  • Ensure compliance with safety records, regulations and company policies while promoting a culture of health and safety best practices
  • Alongside managing the Doncaster operation, you will also be responsible for managing a small outbase in Faverdale which will require one visit per week
✅WHAT YOU'LL BRING
  • Demonstrated experience as a Transport Manager overseeing a large transport operation with a fleet of over 100 drivers
  • Possession of an International Transport Manager CPC is essential
  • Proven experience in engaging with unions and managing operations in a unionised environment
  • A strong track record in team engagement and development, fostering a motivated and collaborative team
  • Experience in change management and driving continuous improvement initiatives
✅WHY JOIN US?
  • Discretionary bonus based on performance
  • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
  • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
  • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
  • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
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to learn more✅WHO WE ARE​We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.✅BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACEAt DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 15th September. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.#UKIDSCTM

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