Pallet Network operations Manager

About Our Client

Our client is a medium-sized organisation in the Transport & Distribution industry, well established and respected. They are known for their commitment to service excellence and boast a diverse and inclusive work environment. The company is located in Shepton Mallet, within the Logistics Distribution & Supply chain Sector.

Job Description

The position of Pallet Network operations Manager involves:

• Oversee the resourcing, organising and managing the transport activities, to meet demands network fluctuations.
• responsibility for all operational and legal compliance.
• Leading and motivating a team of circa 25, including drivers, planners and office staff.
• Responsibility for circa 20 vehicles operating day and night.
• Perform regular meetings with Site Supervisors to ensure all areas of vehicle & driver legal compliance, Health and Safety and transport planning are monitored, reviewed and any actions required are in place.
• Managing and being the key point of contact for all customers, developing and growing the business. Ensuring all opportunities to grow the future of the business are taken.
• Set objectives and measure relevant financial and operational KPI's to Director.
• Ensure Budget constraints are met and assist in production of future Budgets.
• Identifying peaks and troughs within the Business Area and identify areas of improvement.
• Identifying any areas that are underperforming and put in place strategy plans for improvement.
• Monitoring and auditing Health and Safety and compliance.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Pallet Network Operations Manager should have:

• Ideally but not essential hold international or national CPC qualification and previous Transport Management experience.
• Previous experience within Pallet Network or Parcel Deliveries would be desirable.
• Have a good understanding of legal compliance, driver's hours and WTD's.
• Track record of leading successful change.
• Proven experience in customer relationship management.
• Strong evidence of management skills and making key business decisions.
• Capability to advise and motivate team to deliver results for the business.
• Ability to present to Senior Key contacts within the business and to external customers.
• Must be able to be flexible in the role due to operating hours and customer demands.
• Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• IT literate including MS Office. Strong analytic ability in review data and reports.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £40,500 to £49,500 per annum.
• Holiday leave of 20 days plus bank holidays.
• A performance-based bonus scheme.
• An inclusive and diverse company culture that values each employee's contributions.

If you're a detail-oriented professional ready to bring your skills and expertise to our team, we encourage you to apply for the Pallet Network Operations Manager position in Shepton Mallet.