Transport Manager - Distribution

Posted 11 December 2024
Salary Negotiable
LocationBelfast
Job type Permanent
Discipline Supply Chain and Procurement
ReferenceMI-TM-1112_1733927176
Contact Namemichael irwin

Job description

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a growing distribution business on the appointment of a Transport Manager. Our client is currently in the process of relocating operations to their NI site, giving the successful applicant the chance to work with autonomy in creating structure in a growing transport/dispacth function.

As the Transport Manager you will have full responsibilit for the development and mainteance of excellent service levels to enhance continuous improvement across numerous sister companies, with a primary focus on the NI site.

Benefits:

  • Laptop and company mobile phone
  • Contributory pension scheme up to 5% (after 6 months)
  • 32 days annual leave which can increase with lenght of service
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
  • Employee Assistance Programme

In your new role:

  • Manage and resolve Transport, POD query resolution for site fast and efficiently.
  • Oversee the effective usage of the company TMS
  • Oversee relationsips with 3rd party providers
  • Liaise with other group business units on the development of SLAs
  • Amend and improve the existing transport infrastructure and processeses
  • Ensure that your team are adhering to company policies and regulations.
  • To set strategic objectives to create motivation and job satisfaction for all staff reporting direct to the postholder.
  • To work in accordance with all company policies including Health and Safety, Employment, Staff, Quality and Environmental.


What you will need to succeed:

  • CPC qualification or working towards.
  • Experience of TMS usage
  • Experience in or knowledge of Transport Modelling Systems
  • Strong management capability with a confident and positive approach to challenges.

For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Michael Irwin today!