Company Description

Great Bear (Part of the Culina Group) provides distribution services to FMCG clients. Customer centric service focus is delivered through a site-level empowered culture.

Job Description

As Transport Manager you will ensure the effective operation of the Transport function, drive continuous improvements and further develop integrated transport solutions to deliver a premium and cost effective service. You will produce, agree & manage the Transport budget, accounting for any variances.  Take a proactive approach in order to fully engage any new initiatives at the depot, ensuring the integration of projects is successful in line with business needs.

Key Duties;

Proactively seek optimisation without affecting serviceIntegration and control of new cross dock clients where applicableIncreased vehicle fleet to include offsite parkingResponsible for the interface between every area of the operation to ensure efficiency and effectivenessDirect, motivate and develop team members to equip them with the skills to lead and manage their teamsEnsure compliance with all statutory legislation in regard to Health & Safety and statutory Transport rules and regulationsManaging a group of approved 3rd party hauliers on national and international journeysResponsible for communication cascades throughout the transport operationPropose, agree and implement service standard agreements for products with customers in conjunction with other areas of the businessConsider proposals and implementation of improvements methods in regard to staff, operational changes to transport associated activities which will improve efficiency and/or levels of performanceEnsure a secure and safe environment for staff and productsSupport the Company in regard to reducing its carbon footprint, for example recycling initiativesClient Interface with all major customers including implementation meetings, customer reviews and other ad hoc meetings as requiredWork to tight deadlines on new initiativesProvide effective leadership and direction to the Transport DepartmentEnsure the Companies Operator Licences are maintained efficiently and accurately at all times. Contingency planning to avoid Company exposure to the Operator LicencesTo drive through continuous improvement initiativesProactive management of new legislationEffective Manage the Transport Department through KPI measuresEffective day-to-day decision making for administration teamsRetailer Interface in regard to Key supplier management for quality and costSignificant UK and continental supplier collection responsibilitiesAchieve efficiency through managing, planning and controlling staff on a daily basis, and an ongoing basis through objectives

QualificationsProfessional and confident communication skillsGood management skills in terms of both Contract management and man managementOperational experience in a food transport environmentPragmatic approach to problem solvingSignificant transport experience in FMCG environmentPlanning and organising skills, high level of numeracyNegotiating skills,  ability to influence and steerPersonal motivation and confidence to have a positive impact.Highly tolerant of change with the ability to challenge the status quo and drive change within an evolving business organisationAble to thrive in a highly competitive and demanding non-bureaucratic environmentRobust and resilientAble to work efficiently across the business and functional boundariesCommercially focussed and bottom-line orientedConsumer oriented and customer-service drivenIOSHNational CPC

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Great Bear a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

Annual Leave – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays Company Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus schemePrivate Medical Cover – This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via BupaPension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 8% employerLife Assurance -  4 x your annual salaryWellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a yearEye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glassesReward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam