Logistics Manager (12 Month FTC)

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A Little Bit About Us:

The Vindis Group is seeking to appoint a Logistics Manager to join its team.

As one of approximately 700 team members, you will demonstrate the behaviours that the Vindis Group knows are integral to its continued success. We are passionate about our Company's heritage, its future, our loyal customers and our valued employees; and we believe in embracing the potential of our business in a positive and objective way. We strive to maintain high standards in every area of our business; and do so by engaging with our employees and customers in an open, transparent and consultative manner. Our employees demonstrate, on a daily basis, the personal discipline and energy to uphold these standards; and, collectively, are motivated to achieve personal and business success #exceptional people.

Customer Obsession is core to our ethos and, as such, you will understand and be able to demonstrate how to truly embrace internal & external customer service excellence; and will apply this knowledge effectively and consistently - whether individually, or by supporting a team environment.

In return, you will be joining a long-established organisation that has continued to expand and evolve. At the heart of our company is a belief in a High Performance Culture; and we provide a multitude of platforms and opportunities to support our team members in being the best versions of themselves. In particular, we offer three levels of Leadership Development Programmes, all of which are accredited by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI); a designated Training Centre, complete with comprehensive Internal Training Prospectus; and access to the Volkswagen Group UK's National Learning Centre.

How we support our #Exceptional People:

All team members are provided with access to the following:

• An Employee Car Scheme, following a qualifying period. This will provide you with an opportunity to love our brand products as much as we do and drive them at affordable prices.
• A Life Assurance policy, at no cost to yourself.
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme. This is in conjunction with our #SpeakAware campaign, which focuses on employee wellbeing and positive mental health.

Key Role Responsibilities:

As a Logistics Manager, you will be an integral member of the Vindis Group Fleet Team. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Effective people management practices to engage and motivate their teams
• Managing daily vehicle movements for both the Vindis Group Fleet and Vindis Group Retailers
• Managing the HGV and Amarok Deliveries
• Coordinating effectively with the O Licence Contractor to ensure compliance and safe and healthy working environments
• Responsibility for the Casual Driving team at Vindis Group Fleet
• Managing Centre & Fleet demonstration vehicle movements
• Liaising with the vehicle transfer teams
• Working closely with the Head of PDI Centre & Office Managers to optimise efficiencies

Prerequisites:

• Good working knowledge of Logistics Management, ideally in the Motor Industry and/or a Fleet setting

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual that is seeking career development in an innovative and dynamic organisation.

We look forward to receiving your application and hope to be able to welcome you as a team member within the Vindis Group in the near future.