Depot Supervisor

at  Buy It Direct

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Job Title: Depot Supervisor
Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum including shift allowance
Shift: PM Shift - 11 am to 7.30 pm

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Experience in transport/logistics and knowledge of driver legislation (LGV/HGV).
• Strong understanding of compliance and attention to detail.
• Ability to build positive relationships and work under pressure.
• Solutions-driven with a focus on cost and service KPIs.
• Excellent communication and numerical skills.
  If you’re ready to lead, get hands-on with your team, and make a real difference, apply now and join us in Bristol

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Join Buy It Direct as a Depot Supervisor at our new Bristol depot. This hands-on role will see you managing daily operations while supporting your team with loading and unloading, ensuring vehicles are loaded correctly and safely. You’ll also drive high-quality service and operational excellence across the Southwest.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage on-time, in-full (OTIF) performance and re-deliveries.
• Lead, coach, and support your team.
• Support loading/unloading processes and ensure vehicles are loaded safely and correctly.
• Handle return-to-work assessments and absence reviews.
• Work with HR on compliance, including investigations, PDPs, and disciplinary actions.
• Oversee holidays, staffing, inductions, and training.
• Manage timesheets, liaise with agencies, and maintain SOPs.
• Investigate customer complaints and oversee site maintenance.
• Implement operational improvements, reduce costs, and maintain Health and Safety standards.