Transport Operations Manager

at  DHL

Pay Rate: £38,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
Grade: RCS M
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Nights, any 5 from 7
Location: Hatfield - AL10 8XF
DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business is seeking a Transportation Operations Manager to play a vital role coordinating our daily transportation and logistics requirements. To succeed in this role, you should have a comprehensive knowledge of supply chain management practices and a demonstrative understanding of storage and distribution procedures.

The role of a Transport Operations Manager is accountable for the safe, legal and efficient execution of transport operations on a day to day basis whilst supporting the Transport Manager.

• Be accountable for the safe, legal and efficient execution of transport operations SLA’s/KPI’s
• Be responsible for ensuring system compliance at all times
• Conduct regular 1-2-1’s and performance reviews
• Monitor and report on transportation costs, ensuring cost-effective shipping methods are a priority consideration
• Ensure all safety records, compliance and regulations are up-to-date and in line with company policies and legislation, whilst maintaining excellent health and safety practices
• Be the point of escalation for operational management