Transport Shift Manager reference: 37078

<div><div><div>Transport Shift Manager based Stoke on Trent</div><div><p><strong>Grade: </strong>M<strong><br>Contract Type: </strong>Permanent (Full-Time)</p> <p><strong>Salary</strong>: £38,223<br><strong>Shift patterns: </strong>4 <strong>Week r</strong>ota including weekend working (see below)<br><strong>Location: </strong>Stoke on Trent ST4 2TP<strong><br></strong></p> <p> </p> <p>DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to play a vital role coordinating our daily logistics requirements. To succeed in this role, you should have a comprehensive knowledge of supply chain management practices and a demonstrative understanding of transport procedures in a busy environment.</p> <p><strong>WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Supporting the Transport Manager in providing a fully compliant operation, operational expertise, ensuring the transport operation is efficiently run within the agreed cost perimeters and ensuring a first class service is maintained to achieve the contracts objectives and meet the customers demands.</li> <li>Achievement of targets, deliveries on time, maintaining team morale, achievement of personal development objectives and remaining compliant.</li> <li>Manage a team of 3 x First Line Managers, co-ordinate, supervise and report upon the work activities of a team; providing effective communication, leadership, motivation, training & development.</li> <li>Accountable for the delivery of all aspects of the shift operation ensuring the delivery of efficient and custmer focused service</li> <li>Analyse reports against KPI targets and advise on action to improve results</li> <li>Fostering an environment that promotes a culture of Continuous Improvement, sharing of ideas and best practice.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Shift pattern:</strong></p> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> <td>Sunday</td> <td>Monday</td> <td>Tuesday</td> <td>Wednesday</td> <td>Thursday</td> <td>Friday</td> <td>Saturday</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Week 1</td> <td>REST</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>REST</td> <td>REST</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>06:00 - 14:00</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Week 2</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>REST</td> <td>REST</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>REST</td> <td>REST</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Week 3</td> <td>REST</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>REST</td> <td>REST</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>06:00 - 14:00</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Week 4</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>REST</td> <td>REST</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>06:00 - 18:00</td> <td>REST</td> <td>REST</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><strong>WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?</strong></p> <p>We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box on this page - we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:</p> <ul> <li>Previous and practical experience as a Shift Manager in a Transport or Distribution environment</li> <li>Computer literate with a practical knowledge of logistics software packages including Tachomaster and Microlise</li> <li>Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage, organise and train direct reports</li> <li>Flexibility to work a 4 week shift patterns</li> <li>Ensures that day-to-day operational activities are inline with customers specifications</li> <li>A recognised qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics will be well-received</li> <li>Live locally to Stoke on Trent ST4 2TP</li> </ul> <p><strong>WHY CHOOSE US? </strong></p> <p>As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:</p> <ul> <li><span>On-site benefits: free parking</span></li> <li>Free confidential 24/7 GP service</li> <li>Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)</li> <li>Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme</li> <li>24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: <a href="https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits">https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits</a></li> </ul> <p><strong>✅</strong><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong></p> <p>​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.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>✅</strong><strong>BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE</strong></p> <p>At 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.</p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.</strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p>#DSCUKICF </p></div></div></div>