Transport Supervisor (Mat Cover)

Logistics done differently.

Are you an experienced Transport Supervisor to cover Maternity Leave 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 cover Maternity Leave to support our Tesco contract in Widnes. Working on a 4 on 4 off Night 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 £29,466 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 an Shift Manager
• I ensure all administrative traffic duties are carried out as necessary and to a high level of accuracy and professionalism
• I support the Shift Manager with communication to the Distribution Centre and Stores.
• I deputise for the Shift Manager in their absence
• 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 that the procedure for damaged, out of temp deliveries & loss is followed
• where necessary, ensuring investigations are completed and escalated.
• I liaise with Microlise on all non-tracking assets, logging tickets seeing the repair or fix from end to end
• I oversee, conduct, and distribute the VOR report for the shift
• I ensure that the defect process is followed at all times, escalating any issues to the Transport Operations Manager
• I ensure service trailers and vehicles are locked off in preparation for the next shift
• I monitor driver performance and compliance, Including Tachomaster reporting and Driver scoring
• I monitor vehicle compliance on Tachomaster and Trailermaster
• 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 support the Shift Manager with the Shunter rota ensuring sufficient cover for current and next shift

 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 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. 

XPO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain 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.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.