Posted on: 12 June 2024
ID 916725

Distribution Resource Manager

To manage the Night haulage fleet and to act as a point of contact for Customers / Hauliers & Operational staff in the South East region.

Purpose of the role

To manage the night haulage fleet (Franchisee ) and to act as a point of contact for hauliers in the South East region. The role holder will be responsible for compliance to Health & Safety, EU regulations, Working Time Directive and all aspects or road transport law

Key Accountabilities
  • Agreement of special rates in conjunction with transport manager and distribution manager.
  • Provide support in the resolution of haulier queries.
  • Liaise with Distribution, Sales and Operations to ensure effective customer service and resource utilisation.
  • Manage any discipline issues that may occur.
  • Act as a point of contact for hauliers.
  • Review current methods of operation and identify areas for improvement.
  • Provide support to the transport manager in reviewing haulage rates.
  • Ensure compliance by staff of all statutory legislation and company regulations in respect of transport, health and safety and any other requirements in respect of haulage and delivery arrangements.
  • To ensure KPIs are maintained, and actions put in place to make improvements where necessary.
  • To monitor the daily performance of hauliers to include availability, punctuality, reliability, and condition of the fleet & take corrective actions where required.
Working Relationships
  • Head Of Supply Chain Management
  • Customer Service & Logistics Manager
  • Area General Managers
  • Transport Manager
  • Sales & Orders Office Manager
  • Distribution manager
  • Area Commercial Manager, District Sales Manager
  • Area Operations Managers, District Operations Manager
  • Unit and Site Managers, Site Supervisors, Hauliers.


  • Education/Qualification
    • CPC qualification
    Experience
    • Previous experience of managing a team.
    • Demonstrable experience in a transport/logistics role with responsibility for process improvements
    • Previous experience in a similar position within the building materials industry
    Management/ Leadership Skills
    • Self-starter, energetic, hands-on approach;
    • Effective planning and prioritisation skills
    • Ability to work under pressure
    • Open minded and creative, yet practical and results focused;
    • Ability to inspire and motivate others;
    • Ability to identify and report issues;
    • Ability to negotiate and influence at all levels;
    • Excellent communicator at all levels.
    Whats On Offer

    Salary Up to 42, 000

    Company Car

    Hybrid working nights 40 hours

    Location Allington Kent Essex South East
    • Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador
    • Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance
    • Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
    • Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause
    • Social Values: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)
    • Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover
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