Title:

Transport Manager

Location:

Oxfordshire

Salary:

GBP 27,000 to GBP 31,000 per year (+ benefits)

Description:

With such a passion for food, and enthusiasm from its employees, its no wonder our Client is the UKs leadingfoodservice distributor and experiencing growth every year. It is this growth that has meant our Client is now in need oflike-minded individuals who are ready for a challenge and want to share in our Clients success.Our Clients success was recognised in 2003 being voted as one of The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies To Work For 2003.Were confident that you will enjoy being part of our Clients business.As a result of the current incumbent being promoted to Operations Manager they are currently seeking a Transport Managerwith the character and knowledge to take responsibility for the day to day running of the transport function at theirdepot in Oxfordshire.Reporting into the Operations Manager and supported by a Transport Supervisor and Senior Drivers this is an outstandingopportunity to manage a smooth, efficient and customer focused operation because thats what our client is running atthis site.Primary responsibilities will be the management of the team of Drivers and Support Staff, effective route planning,vehicle maintenance, optimising productivity, driver assessment and compliance with the DOT requirements and Working TimeRegulations / Driving Hours etc.As in any successful management position, the development and motivation of the team around you is essential, as is theongoing strengthening of customer relationships.Skills:Demonstrating exceptional leadership, communication and motivational skills, you will plan and organize all transportactivities, manage all transport staff and forge good working relationships with customers.You should have two or three years transport supervisory / management experience, coupled with a sound grasp of currentpractice and transport legislation. A CPC is desirable and the sort of proactive approach that will keep our Clientstransport department moving forward.You will combine ambition with a flexible outlook and have the ability to multi-task in order to handle competingpriorities.In return our Client offers a competitive salary and the usual range of benefits and prospects associated with a largeand successful company.Career prospects in this excellent Client can only be classed as outstanding!Note:To be employed in the United Kingdom you need to have all proper documentation which allows you the legal right to workin the UK. It is also illegal to employ anyone in the UK without the proper authorisation. Please do not apply for thisjob if your status is not appropriate.Services advertised by rpc Search and Selection, a Division of Resource Planning Consultants Ltd are those of anEmployment Agency and / or Employment Business as defined under The Conduct of Employment Agencies and EmploymentBusinesses Regulations 2003.