Transport Supervisor

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Transport Supervisor
Tamworth
GBPCompetitive Excellent Benefits
Role Profile
Bunzl Catering Supplies, part of the Bunzl Catering & Hospitality Division, is the leading distributor of disposables, packaging and hygiene solutions to the hospitality and catering sectors in the UK. Delivering to a variety of customers in both the private and public sector from small independent cafe owners, local health trusts and schools to national hotel and restaurant chains.
As the exclusive recruitment partner for Bunzl Catering, Cast UK are leading the search for a Transport Supervisor based at the NDC in Tamworth. The incumbent to this role will take responsibility for the execution, direction, and coordination of all transportation matters within the branch, whilst managing the drivers and taking charge of every transportation item. The role requires a person who strives to be a perfectionist and who can work in a specialist or technical area of expertise.
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the development and implementation of the profit improvement and change management plans
Contribute to the preparation of management recommendations, such as proposed fee and tariff increases or schedule changes
Manage fleet profile including numbers and types of vehicles, mileage and running costs in line with business requirements
Direct the activities of staff in relation to transport operations including dispatching, routing, and tracking
Ensure that staff comply with policies and procedures, safety rules, and government regulations
Coach, train, manage the performance of Transport Clerks/Controllers
Contribute to the planning, development and organisation of the transport department.
Arranging vehicle maintenance, MOTs and tax payments
Organising vehicle replacements where necessary
Ensure all vehicles and drivers conform to relevant health and safety and Road Traffic legislation
Ensure route planning and vehicle loading is appropriate and suggest improvements where possible
Ensure OTIF ( on time in full ) is met and that all deliveries are executed as per the customer requirements
Direct the effectiveness of private, third party and contract carriage systems
Contribute to the development and communication of transport policies and procedures
Develop key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of the transport operations
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in a logistics environment.
Digital/Analogue Tachograph knowledge
Competent in Microsoft Office products, XL and Stock software programmes
Ability to influence others
Remuneration
GBPCompetitive Excellent Benefits
About Cast UK
Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit

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