Transport Team Leader

Company Description

Fowler Welch (Part of the Culina Group) operates in the fresh produce sector providing time critical logistics solutions for major retailers, growers and manufacturers across the UK.

At Culina Group we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

Our Spalding site have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Team Leader to join our friendly team on a full-time permanent basis.

As the Transport Team Leader you will be responsible for the daily planning of Company and third-party resources, ensuring that all vehicles and drivers are given clear precise instruction, and are fully utilised.

Shift: 4 on 4 off nights, 7pm-7am. 

Salary: £35,000- £39,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Key Duties of a Transport Team Leader:

• Oversee the effective application of the Company absence policy and procedures including monitoring of absence levels and conducting return to work discussions.
• Identify the training and development needs for team members and coach /organise/oversee solutions using own knowledge and company training tools.
• Agree working patterns with regard to resource requirements and effective utilisation of the needs of all sites considered and confirm at least two weeks in advance.
• Plan the effective utilisation of drivers, vehicles, sub-contractors and agencies ensuring that all Company sites are fully considered when doing so.
• Ensure that people under your control work within a safe environment and follow driver hours regulations when driving & Company Health & Safety Policy & Procedures.
• Liaise with retail department teams to optimise fleet/driver utilisation and resolve problems affecting delivery on time.
• Assist in the control of equipment ensuring that customer requirements are met and recorded.
• Liaise with customers regarding present or future developments.
• Support and if necessary, provide cover for the Transport Operation Manager in meetings or customer visits.
• To ensure all vehicle and trailer services are completed on time

Qualifications

• 1 years minimum FMCG distribution experience.
• Experience of communicating with drivers.
• Demonstrate cost control methodology within a traffic office environment.
• Knowledge of temperature controlled transportation is advantageous.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations to allow efficient integration of both functions is desirable.
• Sound knowledge of the general logistics sector.
• Able to work to challenging deadlines in a pressurised environment.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Fowler Welch a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave – 23 days inclusive of the bank holidays. 
• Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 4.5% employee and 4.5% employer.
• Life Assurance - x 3 your annual salary.
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!