(Depot Manager) - Position Overview

Our client is an All-round logistics provider specializing in next day/ same day delivery of air and sea freight and the distribution of heavy, awkward and dangers consignments within the UK.

Role Summary:

Manage the operational, financial and compliance duties of the depot. Plan and develop systems and procedures to improve the operating quality and efficiency of the depot. Lead staff to fulfil their roles in accordance with company policies and procedures. Responsible for training and coaching employees within the depot. Responsible for the ownership and upkeep of the Manchester O'License. Responsible for improving and maintaining the profitability of the depot through business development and building on existing client relationships.

(Depot Manager) - Position Requirements

• In the future a set of KPI's and reports will be introduced, and you will be expected to fill in these reports and your performance will be measured against the KPI's. Download, monitor and action Driver / Vehicle tachographs.
• Download, monitor and action Driver / Vehicle tachographs & infringements.
• Control Maintenance & testing schedule for vehicles, FLTs & equipment.
• Control of Driver Recruitment, Discipline, Training, Development and Equipment.
• Ordering & control of all roles related Purchasing, POs & cost control including Agency, Truck / WH equipment, uniforms, training, testing.
• Monitor compliance for CAA regulations / FORS standard / ISO9001 etc.
• Monitor / Record / Investigate Accidents and Near Misses.
• Control and report on Direct costs and to compile data in area of responsibility.
• Provide instruction, training, and mentorship to Operational staff within remit.

Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Depot Manager in the Logistics sector.
• In-depth knowledge of Logistics and Freight forwarding function.
• In-depth knowledge of budgets, costs and KPIs (commercial awareness).
• Sound knowledge of Aviation Security.
• Proven experience as a company O'License holder.
• Ability to handle pressure in unforeseen circumstances.
• Demonstrable leadership quality with hands-on experience.
• Flexibility in working hours.
• Customer focused.
• Excellent people management skills.
• Good influencing skills.
• Procedurally proficient.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Organised with good planning skills.
• Strength of character with the ability to make tough commercial and operational decisions.
• Recruitment experience.
• Up-to-date National Managers Certificate of Professional Competence for Road Haulage.
  
  

(Depot Manager) - Position Remuneration

• £50,000 - £60,000 (Depending on Experience)
• Monday - Friday
• 07:00am - 17:00pm - 45 Hours a week
• 25 Days Holiday - Plus bank holidays
• Auto enrolment Pension

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