In this newly created role, the Transport Manager will be instrumental in shaping the safety culture and logistical business approach to enhanced operational efficiency and first-class customer service. A strong leadership style is required for this role, in conjunction with approachability, coaching, communication and change management skills to deliver business excellence and facilitate continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide strong inspirational leadership to the operational team, along with playing a key role in the sites vision for continuous improvement and retaining high levels of engagement.
2. Review and Identify routes, ensuring efficient route density provisions, customer service collections and KPI targets are attained.
3. Lead the transport operations in line with appropriate legislation including ADR, H&S, maintenance, standard operating procedures, working time directive and ‘O’ Licence requirements.
4. Oversee adequate cover is provided to ensure customer service needs are met at all service locations.
5. Ensures that Health & Safety standards and training are maintained and adhered to according to Stericycle policies and statutory requirements.
6. Budgetary responsibility for the sites, ensuring costs are managed in line with P&L expectations.
7. Ensure that company principles and standards are adhered to with respect to all personnel, resources, procedures and practices.
we’re looking for in our Transport/Service Manager:
8. Proven management experience in a diverse transport and/or fleet operations role with extensive knowledge of Operator Licensing requirements and legislations.
9. Solid experience in managing Budgets, KPIs and P&L
10. An analytical mind-set with a good understanding of reporting and recording performance statistics
11. Experience of managing, maintenance and routing a multi-truck fleet.
12. A true passion for encouraging teamwork, with a creative and innovative approach to improve performance.
13. Flexibility to work within a fast-paced 24/7 business.
14. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to give clear instruction concisely and accurately.
Skills:
Transport management, Logistics, Budgeting and Fleet Management