Logistics Section Manager

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About the Role:

Who are we, and what do we do?

You may not have heard of us, but there's a good chance you've enjoyed our products. Avara Foods is one of the UK's leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country's major supermarkets and well-known restaurants.

We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door - meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms, spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.

About the Role:

Are you passionate about logistics? Looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience or qualifications in transport operations and team management?

As an inclusive, forward-thinking business, we take pride in our approach to developing our employees across Avara Foods and are looking for a highly competent and motivated Logistics Section Manager to join our Logistics Team, based at our Brackley Site.

Working hours will be - 4 ON 4 OFF 18.00 - 06.00

Please note this is an office based role at our Brackley offices in Northamptonshire.

What will you be doing at Avara?

As a Logistics Section Manager, you will manage effectively and safely all aspects of the Transport Operation based at Brackley. Ensuring that all Live haul and Distribution plans are achieved, allocating the correct cost effective and safest resource to enable this on time.

What will your key responsibilities as a Logistics Section Manager include?

• To oversee and effectively manage the transport operation to include the management of all transport-based systems (Tachometer, Telematics and Jigsaw fueling software) etc.
• To ensure all drivers complete a full debrief and the daily paperwork flow to include daily inspection of vehicles is completed to ensure compliance
• To remain up to date on any legislation changes that might affect transport operations
• To ensure that all drivers download Tacho information at debrief
• Ensure that all operations are carried out in a safe and responsible manner
• To Fully investigate and take appropriate remedial action for all accidents near misses or damage within the department and report appropriately
• Ensure that driver license checks of Avara employees and agency drivers working on our behalf are completed in line with policy expectations
• To ensure that the welfare of the animals is always a priority and that all relevant legislation, and our Birds in Transit policy is adhered to at all times.

What you'll need to be successful:

• Proven track record in logistics and transport operations
• Previous experience working within a budgeted environment
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• High level of UK Graphical knowledge
• Previous experience of LGV driving is desirable
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to work well within a team
• Good attention to detail and a can do attitude

The benefits of working for Avara Foods:

As a Logistics Section Manager, you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded.

We offer comprehensive training as well as continuous development as you build your long-term career with us. You can also look forward to benefits that amongst other things, include the following:

• Competitive Salary
• 31 days holiday allowance
• Secure contract with long term career development opportunities
• Straight forward pension contribution of 6%
• Subsidised staff canteen serving hot food
• Staff shop / staff sales at hugely discounted prices
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salaried Advance Finance
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Access to our Employee Benefit Scheme, which includes unlimited remote GP appointments and unlimited mental health sessions, physiotherapy sessions, medical second opinion consultation, and other discounts and perks, such as savings & discounts on weekly costs.

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What happens after you apply for this role?

After you've applied, you'll be contacted in due course by a Resourcing Officer at Brackleysite, to discuss your application and CV further. There'll also be a chance for you to ask us any questions you may have about the role.

If you're ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

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