If you want to move up the career ladder with DHL Supply Chain then this could be an opportunity for you.
Due to new business growth and reporting into the National Operations Manager, the purpose of the Operations Manager is to professionally manage and optimize the long-distance transportation of goods, ensuring efficient and timely delivery based at our Highbrook site. This is an important key role within the business requiring an experienced and knowledgeable logistics person.
Key Responsibilities
- Planning and coordinating nationwide deliveries, allocating jobs to drivers, and monitoring vehicle movements.
- Managing and mentoring Supervisors, providing guidance and ensuring they effectively manage their teams.
- Ensuring strict adherence to transport regulations, driver’s hours, and health and safety standards, including accident and incident reporting.
- Maintaining effective communication with customers, addressing their needs, and building strong relationships.
- Monitoring fleet movements, ensuring vehicles are fit for purpose, and identifying opportunities for fleet optimization.
- Managing the linehaul budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and minimizing unnecessary expenses.Identifying opportunities to enhance efficiencies within the linehaul network and implementing innovative solutions.
If you are :
A team player with a “get up and go, can do” attitude.Enthusiastic with a sense of humour.Possessing a minimum of 5 years warehousing and logistics management experience.Possessing planning, people and resource management experience.Knowledge of transport regulations, driver hours, and compliance requirements.Familiarity with software and systems used for managing linehaul operations.Able to get on with people from all walks of life, building durable relationships and demonstrating strong leadership.Able to work night shiftFamiliar with loading and arranging loadsCurrently holding a degree or post graduate diploma in Business or Supply Chain Logistic (preferred)Show excellent attention to detail in all facets of the role.Possessing excellent communication skills (written and verbal) which clearly influences positively across all levels and parties.Making customer successful through effective customer relationship and commitmentExperienced with using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, DHL WMS and Client systems.What's in it for you?
A supportive work environment where you’ll have access to the tools and training you need to excelA highly engaged diverse team of supportive people and experiencesWe are a Great Place to Work TM certified, as voted by our employees!Attractive salary, Monday to Friday roleBirthday LeavePERKS employee benefits programme which includes discounts off fuel, grocery, and various retail storesEmployee Assistance Programme availableExposure to world leading supply chain process and technologyA great opportunity to make your mark in a growing and essential industryIf you are a high-calibre professional looking for an exciting new step in your career, this position could be the right move for you; apply now!
#J-18808-Ljbffr