Job Title: Transport Shift Manager Cork
We are part of Ireland's largest foodservice provider, passionate about the world of food and dedicated to the growth and support of the industry.
Our wide, national network serves thousands of cafes, restaurants, and bars throughout the country, making up our customers.
Though we have always been a local organisation, being part of Sysco means we retain an international focus, offering our employees opportunities to learn, develop, and pursue their desired career.
Now, we're looking for a Transport Shift Manager to join our team within our Cork Distribution Centre.
This role will play a key part in the overall growth of the organisation, helping to maintain our core ethos here at Sysco, keeping the customer at the heart of everything we do.
Summary:
Focused on leading our Transport team in our busy distribution centre and responsible for the operational planning & execution of our distribution functions in a state-of-the-art Distribution Centre.
You must have experience of leading and building teams to drive performance, engagement, and support our vision to be our customers' most valued and trusted business partner.
Key Accountabilities:
* Co-ordination of all depot activities and efficient dispatch of routes daily, ensuring the smooth running of the depot while ensuring delivery procedures and policies are adhered to at all times.
* C0aching and motivating members of the delivery team in line with performance and absence management processes to ensure concerns are managed appropriately.
* Analyse trends where appropriate, coach, and where necessary follow the disciplinary processes.
* Maintaining open ongoing communication with departments across the business, including sales, warehouse, and with the transport team, including daily/weekly briefings with the team.
* Ensuring equipment breakdown and repairs are minimised and reported.
* Ensuring that company vehicles are properly maintained, cleaned, and safely operated to reduce accidents and enhance the company brand.
* Manage incoming and outgoing goods and backhaul collections on a daily basis.
* Relief driving as necessary.
* Identifies, coordinates, and delivers training as appropriate to meet driver needs.
* Ensuring the premises are maintained to the highest standards.
* Ensuring Security and Health & Safety Procedures are adhered to at all times.
* Leading by example and applying company policy and procedures in a fair, consistent, and unbiased manner.
Requirements:
* 3+ years of experience in a relevant management/supervisory role in a high-volume, technology-driven, time-sensitive distribution operation.
* Experience within the Food distribution industry is advantageous.
* Competent in the use of IT systems, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
* Ability to plan and organise your own and your team's work activities in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
* Strong knowledge of the Department of Transport regulations (Tachograph legislation, Work Time Directive, etc.).
* Proven ability to manage a team to deliver the highest standards of service.
* Proven ability to be an effective decision maker with a hands-on approach to the business.
* Ability to analyse, interpret, and explain and present relevant business data.
* Fluent English reading and writing.
* A high level of flexibility and problem-solving.
* A full clean Category C Drivers License, valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card, and digital tachograph card would be advantageous.
Core Competencies:
* Building Effective Relationships: A role model for maintaining constructive and effective relationships with others across departments and other boundaries.
* Understanding Your Customers: Acts as a role model in personal approach to internal and external customer goals. Takes time to understand the underlying needs of the stakeholders beyond those initially expressed.
* Flexibility & Adaptability: Demonstrates understanding of how change impacts people. Anticipates resistance to change and works to support effective change initiatives.
* Communication & Listening: Exceptional communication skills writes and speaks clearly in a variety of communication settings and style. Successfully delivers messages to all levels of the business and stakeholders achieving the desired effect.