DPD Group UK

Logistics And Supply Chain

ShiftManagerDispatch

£40k+ Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom FULL TIME
The Brief

“Shift Manager - Dispatch at DPD Group UK. Skills: People management, Operations management, Reporting, Data analysis. Ensure depot target for Core Routes is achieved. Ensure depot target Stops Per Route (SPR) is achieved”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure outstanding service is delivered; Achieve depot target for Core Routes; Achieve depot target Stops Per Route (SPR); Depot Clear is achieved in line with depot targets

Industry & Context.

Logistics And Supply Chain
Problems you'll solve

Decisive and effective decision-making; Problem resolution; Time management skills

Eligibility Requirements

Highly vigilant to any unscrupulous activity, Taking swift and appropriate action

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Proven and demonstrable people management experience, Experience in a fast paced operation, Ability to use Google chrome applications, Ability to do comprehensive reporting, Analysis of data

Nice to Have

Ideally within a Transport Setting

What You'll Do.

Ensure depot target for Core Routes is achieved

Ensure depot target Stops Per Route (SPR) is achieved

Ensuring all other delivery & collection routes are properly set

Ensure all driver’s scan and load their vans

Maintaining on-going communication with drivers

Ensuring adequate resources are available

Ensuring that all relevant documentation and systems are completed

Working to set Key Performance Indicators

Ensure "Depot Clear" is achieved

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Working closely with our self employed Owner Drivers (OD’s) and Employed Drivers; Building a relationship with them; Keeping the drivers engaged, well managed and motivated; Inspire, motivate and manage a team

Communication Scope

Communication skills with the ability to inspire, motivate and manage a team

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