Transport Supervisor Days

at  XPO Logistics

Logistics done differently.
Are you an experienced Transport Supervisor with a background in food/FMCG
retail? Do you like the idea of assisting the transport function on a key
contract for one of the biggest, fastest-growing names in logistics? Are
you ready for your next challenge? We’re looking for a Transport Supervisor
to support our Tesco contract in Widnes. Working on a 4 on 4 off Day shift,
You’ll be responsible for supporting the Transport Manager in the overall
running of a safe, efficient and cost-effective transport operation.
Pay, benefits and more:
We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £28,706.00 per annum. In addition,
we offer 20 days holiday. You’ll have access to a variety of high street
discounts, as well as a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension, and many
other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• I am the Transport supervisor to the Transport function of the

Distribution Centre, reporting to the Operations Manager

• I ensure all administrative traffic duties are carried out as

necessary and to a high level of accuracy and professionalism

• I support the Operations Manager with any fleet or driver duties

required.

• I oversee and direct the clerks on my shift, ensuring the defect, pre

brief and de brief process is adhered to.

• I ensure that details of vehicle accidents are investigated &

escalated to line management

• I ensure investigations are completed within 10 days and escalated

where required.

• I oversee, conduct, and distribute the VOR report for the shift
• I monitor driver performance and compliance, Including Tachomaster

reporting and Driver scoring

• I monitor vehicle compliance on Tachomaster, Trailermaster and R2C.
• I complete customer or XPO KPI’s as required
• I ensure all good to go assets are back in service by liaising with

shunters

• I work closely with the VMU and other vendors to ensure the fleet is

serviced and compliant at all times.

• I ensure fleet is stood down in line with servicing and VOR

requirements.

• I complete driver DCRS with my allocated drivers.
• I manage driver absence following the Absence Management Policy.
• I ensure HR tasks are completed within the required time, and to the

standard expected.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• A proven track record as a Transport Supervisor or a Transport Shift

Manager within a fast-paced distribution

• Good working knowledge of Microlise and Tachomaster and R2C systems
• At least 2 years’ experience of progressively more responsible jobs

within Operations or Planning

• Planning skills and problem-solving skills
• Transport management CPC would be beneficial but not essential.
• Excellent working knowledge of transport compliance
• The ability to lead, motivate and inspire your team with a real drive

for optimisation and continuous improvement
We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where
everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self
to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above,
so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but
you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our
recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you
apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage
applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To
empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if
you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews,
please don’t hesitate to let us know

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