Subcontractor Automation Manager

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Job Description

Due to recent growth and our technology, we're growing our control tower team and looking for you to join us as our Subcontractor Automation Manager.

You will take full ownership of automating subcontractor management processes, onboarding key accounts, and enhancing compliance standards to drive operational efficency. Working closely with our internal teams, subcontractors and external stakeholders, to deploy Wincanton's platforms and digitise workflows, ultimately ensuring the successful delivery of our automation strategy.

Why do we stand out?

At Wincanton, we offer an environment where innovation and growth are key. You'll have the opportunity to work with leading brands and gain exposure to cutting-edge logistics technologies. We provide competitive compensation packages, continuous professional development opportunities, and a chance to be part of a forward-thinking team transforming the future of supply chain automation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the onboarding process for key clients, ensuring their subcontractor management processes are effectively transitioned to digital platforms.
• Manage and improve compliance/rate structures to optimise transaction fees across contracts.
• Develop and execute the rollout plan for integrating current contracts into Wincanton's platforms, ensuring seamless implementation.
• Oversee deployment processes with hauliers and transport providers, both within and outside of the Wincanton Group.
• Device a comprehensive training plan for teams based in our Control Tower (Notts), including the development of onboarding processes for new colleagues.
• Ensure compliance with back-office operations related to our EyeQ Marketplace, managing all necessary reporting and administrative functions.
• Facilitate and lead customer demos and product presentations, to highlight the capabilities of our platform, solution and drive customer engagement.
• Own the relationship with our IT team to align system roadmaps with operational needs, ensuring platform functionality meets business requirements and stays future proof.

What will you bring to our team?

• Experienced in digitisation initiatives, projects and automation within logistics/supply chain.
• Strong ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders, ensuring alignment and engagement with digital marketplace initiatives.
• Savvy reporting and analytical skills, showcasing ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights.
• Confident communication with excellent interpersonal skills to engage, influence and drive success with stakeholders.
• Strong experience of planning and optimisation software (platforms like Ortec or similar).

What do we offer?

Our Culture & Benefits

In addition to generous remuneration, company car/allowance, 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