Transport Manager at Next Plc

Motherwell, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

20.87

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

People Management, Transport Operations, Cost Control, KPI Monitoring, Team Leadership, Road Transport Regulations, Compliance Management, Yard Management, Performance Driving, Logistics Management, Distribution Management, People Management Skills, Coaching, Development, National CPC Licence Holder

Industry

Description

Job Location Motherwell, Scotland Salary £19.23 - £20.87 per hour, depending on experience plus comprehensive bonus and benefits Contract Permanent, 40 hours per week Shift pattern Sunday -Thursday, 08:00-16:30 Life at Next * A competitive salary with seasonal bonus scheme and contributory pension * Executive Share Allocation * Uniform clothing allowance of £450 per season alongside company issued uniform * 25% discount on Next merchandise * Up to 70% discount at our staff shops * Eligibility to join our Sharesave Scheme * Digicare+ gives you free access to medical support services including Digital GP appointments * Onsite canteen * Free Parking Where will Next take you? Next is one of the UK’s best known retailers on the high-street and most established online. Behind the scenes we are at the cutting edge of Warehousing and Logistics, employing more than 9000 people across our distribution network. Our success is dependent on the expertise and passion of our teams across the UK. Life as a Transport Manager at Next is full of challenges, it’s fast paced and just like fashion trends, the job is constantly evolving. We look after over 2 million customers; it takes a large, talented and efficient distribution operation to make that happen. About the role: Working in our rapidly growing Regional Service Centre, managing a significant transport operation, we require a people-focused Transport Assistant Site Manager to lead the transport team. The overall aim of the Transport Assistant Site Manager is to ensure the traffic operation runs smoothly, accurately and cost effectively 24 hours, 7 days per week. Ensuring that all legal regulations are met so that the company’s ability to carry out its business is not affected, the Transport Manager will have a sound knowledge of Road Transport Regulations and manage all activities to ensure compliance. You will seek cost savings against budget where appropriate and manage yard activities in order to achieve the required high standards in all areas. The role requires an effective people manager to drive performance by monitoring KPI’s and leading by example. This includes the direct management of a number of Team Managers, who in turn manage large numbers of drivers. You will report directly into the Regional Service Centre Manager and deputise for them as site manager, when required and provide management support to the warehouse team. The Transport Assistant Site Manager will develop positive relationships with other members of the Management team, colleagues and wider business. About you: You will be an experienced Transport Manager or Site Manager within a large corporate distribution or logistics environment and be able to demonstrate the ability to manage a large operation in a fast-paced environment. You will possess excellent people management skills, having proven ability to manage complex employment related issues and challenging situations, in addition to coaching and developing your team. The successful candidate must possess a sound knowledge of Road Transport Regulations and be a national CPC licence holder, ensuring that ‘O’ Licence requirements are adhered to. You will have strong experience in managing large Transport teams and have worked in a similar position within a retail and/or distribution environment and possess a good standard of education. You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global! * Sharesave scheme * 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT) * Generous bonus scheme for many roles * Restaurants with great food at amazing prices * Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops * Free on-site parking * 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty * Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform * Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing * Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification * Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email Recruitmenthelpdesk@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 01977 327 900 and leave a voicemail.

Responsibilities

The Transport Manager will ensure the 24/7 traffic operation runs smoothly, accurately, and cost-effectively while strictly adhering to all legal Road Transport Regulations. This role involves directly managing Team Managers, monitoring KPIs to drive performance, seeking cost savings, and deputizing for the Regional Service Centre Manager when necessary.