Sainsburys St Helens Transport Operations Manager

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Job Description

Overview

This is a site-based operational management role, leading the day-to-day, Planning, Fleet and Transport Operations team and activities, ensuring products are delivered to our customers in a safe and efficient manner, at the right time, in the right quantity & quality and at the right cost for now and in the future. Demonstrate a leadership approach that promotes an inclusive culture, leading to high levels of trust which drives a high performing team whilst also meeting legal, KPI and budgetary targets. This role allows for stretch and growth with overall responsibility, whilst also supporting wider projects/initiatives.

How will you contribute?

• Ensure the seamless adoption of transitional operational strategy and initiatives into business-as-usual practice
• Provide a genuine and authentic leadership for the Transport Operations team, including Planning and Fleet
• Work in conjunction with the planning team and broader leadership team on annual horizon to identify key events and the operational capability of delivering these
• Keep up to date with changes in legislation and implement adjustments accordingly
• Deliver continuous improvement to KPI performance, understanding the business and cost implications of decisions made
• Day to day risk management and compliance, operating within legislation, policy and process in all matters ranging from people management to safety, health and environment
• Responsible for the day-to-day people management for direct reports, as well as talent identification, driving development and succession planning
• Manage robust business continuity plan
• Identify operational efficiencies and lead continuous improvement initiatives, implementing solutions effectively and as a 'change agent'
• Accountable for the development of and implementation of the People and Talent Plan for your Operation
• Ensures that the 'customer' is at the centre of every decision-making process so that the needs of the depot and the stores we serve are balanced to do the right thing for the 'customer' every time
• Manage third party SLAs (with Procurement)
• Work with the Depot Transport Change & Compliance Lead Manager and broader leadership team to identify Opportunities for further operational optimisation, understanding the balance between service and cost
• Influence, manage and maintain internal and external relationships across a variety of stakeholders, including Union partnerships
• Support the People Plan and accurate colleague life-cycle through use of the People business model
• Work collaboratively with other Depots/Teams across customer portfolio, Wincanton and other logistics partners to get the best possible results, sharing knowledge and best practice
• Deputise in the absence of the Depot Transport Change & Compliance Lead Managerwith a continued focus on service and cost

What will you bring?

• Proactive: Taking charge; energetic; motivated; dynamic; creating or controlling a situation rather than just responding to it after it has happened.
• Adaptable: Flexible; versatile; ability to change your ideas or behaviour to deal with new situations
• Resilient: Strong, adaptable, flexible. inspired, driven. Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions / situations
• Leadership Behaviours: Be Bold; Be Curious; Be Engaging

Our Culture & Benefits

In addition to generous remuneration, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include, online discount platform, onsite parking and much more.

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That's why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Be a part of our values; We're Thoughtful, We're Aiming High and We're Prepared.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We strive for an environment where all colleagues feel included, supported and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes and we welcome your application.

Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce