Transport Shift Manager - Cork

JOB DESCRIPTION

Being a part of Ireland’s largest foodservice provider means joining a team that is passionate about the world of food and dedicated to the growth and support of the industry. Here at Sysco, our wide, national network aims to serve thousands of cafés, restaurants and bars throughout the country that make up our customers.

Though we have always been a local organisation, being a part of Sysco means we   retain   an international focus that offers our employees the opportunities to learn, develop and pursue the career they have always wanted.

Now,   we’re   looking for a Transport Shift Manager to join our team within our Cork Distribution Centre. This role will play a key part in the overall growth of the organisation along with helping to   maintain   our core ethos here are Sysco – keeping the customer at the heart of everything we do.

Summary:

Focused on leading our Transport team in our busy distribution centre and responsible for the operational planning & execution of our distribution functions in   a   state-of-the-art   Distribution Centre. You must have experience of leading and building teams to drive performance, engagement and support our vision to being our customers’ most valued and trusted business partner.

Key Accountabilities:

- Co-ordination of all depot activities and efficient dispatch of routes daily, ensuring the smooth running of depot while ensuring delivery procedures and policies are   adhered to at all times

- Coaching and motivating members of the delivery team in line with performance and absence management processes to ensure concerns are managed appropriately. Analys ing   trends where   appropriate , coach and where necessary follow the disciplinary processes.

- Maintaining open ongoing communication with departments across the business including sales, warehouse and with the transport team, including daily/weekly briefings with the team

- Ensuring equipment breakdown and repairs are minimized and reported

- Ensuring that company vehicles are properly   maintained ,   cleaned   and safely   operated   to reduce accidents and enhance the company brand

- Manage incoming and outgoing goods and backhaul collections   on a daily basis

- Relief driving as necessary

- Identif ying ,   coordinates   and delivers training   as   appropriate   to   meet driver needs

- Ensuring the premises are   maintained   to the highest standards

- Ensuring Security and Health & Safety Procedures are   adhered to at all times

- Leading by example and applying company policy and procedures in a fair,   consistent   and unbiased manner

Requirements:

- 3+ years’ experience in a relevant management / supervisory role in a high volume, technology driven, time sensitive distribution operation

- Experience within the Food distribution industry is   advantageous

- Competent in the use of IT systems including Microsoft Outlook,   Excel   and Word

- Ability to plan and organise your own and your   teams   work activities in a safe,   efficient   and effective manner

- Strong knowledge of the Department of Transport regulations (Tachograph legislation, Work Time Directive etc.)

- Proven ability to manage a team to deliver the highest standards of service

- Proven ability to be an effective decision maker with a hands-on approach to the business

- Ability to analyse,   interpret and explain   and present relevant business data

- Fluent English – reading and writing

- High level   of flexibility and problem solving

- A full clean Category C   Drivers   License, valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card and have a digital tachograph card would be   advantageous

- Must   possess   a strong knowledge of the surrounding geographical area

Core Competencies:

Building Effective Relationships   – Is a role model for   maintaining   constructive and effective relationships with others across departments and other boundaries. Demonstrates effective communication techniques and skills and is seen as a team player.

Understanding Your Customers   – acts as a role model in personal approach to internal and external customer goals. Takes time to understand the underlying needs of the stakeholders beyond those initially expressed.

Flexibility & Adaptability –   Demonstrates understanding of how change impacts people. Anticipates resistance to change and works to support effective change initiatives.

Communication & Listening   – Exceptional communication skills – writes and speaks clearly in a variety of communication settlings and style. Successfully delivers messages to all levels of the business and stakeholders achieving the desired effect.

Benefits:

- Competitive Salary

- Pension

- Wellbeing day

- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

- Family Leave Entitlements

- Colleague Discount - on all sorts of lovely food and award-winning products.

- Expert Training & Development

- Sysco Socials - get to know the full team at monthly lunches and incentives.

Sysco is an equal   opportunities employer.

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