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Pallet Network operations Manager

Shepton Mallet Permanent £40,500 - £49,500 per year View Job Description
My client is looking for a dedicated Pallet Network Operations Manager.To oversee and manage the operations within our Logistics department in the Transport & Distribution industry, based in Shepton Mallet.
  • My client is looking for a dedicated Pallet Network Operations Manager.
  • Great opportunity to progress your career

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

The Pallet Network operations Manager will recieve;

  • 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.

Contact
Laura Frost
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6662094
Phone number
+44 117 906 5521

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Transport Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Shepton Mallet
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Laura Frost
Consultant phone
+44 117 906 5521
Job reference
JN-022025-6662094