SE Transport Operation Manager 1

Logistics done differently.

Is operating effectively in a transport environment one of your strengths? Is coordinating drivers and ensuring you run a safe and efficient operation a day-to-day occurrence for you? Do you find building strong and sustainable relationships with stakeholders a habit? If so, we are looking for a Operations Manager to join us, on a full time, permanent basis, to be based out of the Robertbridge site managing our British Gypsum contract.  

Pay, benefits and more:

The salary on offer will be up to £42,000. We also offer 25 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. 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 benefits.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Support the Head of Operations taking full operational accountability and responsibility where directed, effectively managing your time to ensure effective Network Operations.
• Be agile and dynamic, ready to deploy in to the areas of the Network that need support.
• As a true people manager, you will focus on ensuring that your colleagues receive the right level of support, coaching and development
• Manage the relationship between XPO and our customers, constantly communicating across various stakeholders
• Ensure that all teams are aligned, operating to XPO standard policies and procedures

·    Support the Head of Operations with adherence to all compliance and legal obligations with a huge emphasis on safety.

•   Provide leadership and guidance for your team to enable them to meet objectives, encouraging open communication

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Ideally, you’ll already be a Transport Manager or have Transport experience in a 3PL environment, looking for the next step
• Great People Management and Leadership skills
• International CPC holder – essential
• A track record of resolving complex issues and delivering results in a fast paced environment

Be part of something big.

XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

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