CREGG are delighted to be working with our logistics client in hiring a Transport Manager for their site in Shannon, Clare.
The Transport Manager will have responsibility to direct, manage and develop contractual responsibilities and transport activities for a specified customer.
The Transport Manager will have to maintain and develop service levels in order to enhance continuous development.
Hours of work:
5am 1pm
Monday Friday Permanent Responsibilities:
Dealing with business partner, company offices and resolving operational issues. Manage collection and distribution channels through sub-contractors. Administration and KPI reporting internally and for customers. Manage the daily linehaul trailer requirement. Manage and resolve outstanding POD issues with sub-contractors and other internal sites. Review working practices with General Manager to improve efficiency. Represent the depot at operational meetings and conference calls. Manage the contract to improve profitability of collection/delivery service. The postholder will be responsible for ensuring all staff under his/her guidance are following the company policies and regulations.
To develop schemes and set strategic objectives to create motivation and job satisfaction for all staff reporting direct to the postholder.
Through the appraisal system establish individual development plans for each staff member and agree specific targets for career and business growth.
To ensure that all relevant staff receive correct and adequate training opportunities to allow them to achieve their targets and perform their tasks with enthusiasm and efficiency.
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the postholder may be required to perform other duties assigned by the Company from time to time.
Subject to adequate experience and/or training. To participate in the annual performance appraisal and objective setting scheme. To work in accordance with all company policies including Health and Safety, Employment, Staff, Quality and Environmental.
It is important that during the employment with the Company and any time thereafter, that any information relating to the affairs of the Company is treated with the highest level of confidentiality.
To have a detailed knowledge of and apply the Depots Business Plan in all aspects of development. To be active in the Account Management Program.
Requirements/Person specification:
Problem solving and decision making Administration and organisational skills IT knowledge to be developed into accrual control Ability to build good customer and staff relationships Previous experience in management of staff Ensuring appropriate level of supervision of staff is achieved Knowledge of transport and planning Health & Safety knowledge Understand and develop KPI reporting Knowledge of performance appraisals and objective settings Flexibility and adaptability Skills: transport logistics warehousing microsoft office