DPD Group UK

Logistics And Supply Chain

ShiftManager-Dispatch

£40k+ Reading, England, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Shift Manager - Dispatch at DPD Group UK. Skills: Depot operations, Driver management, Route optimization. Ensure depot target for Core Routes is achieved. Ensure depot target Stops Per Route is achieved”

What You'll Achieve.

Achieve depot target for Core Routes; Achieve depot target Stops Per Route; Achieve Depot Clear in line with depot targets

Industry & Context.

Logistics And Supply Chain
Problems you'll solve

Problem resolution

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

People management experience, Experience in fast paced operation, Experience leading high performing team, Experience in Transport Setting, Excellent computer skills, Ability to use Google chrome applications, Ability to do comprehensive reporting, Ability to analysis of data

Nice to Have

Experience with Owner Drivers, Experience with Employed Drivers

What You'll Do.

Ensure depot target for Core Routes is achieved

Ensure depot target Stops Per Route is achieved

Ensure all delivery & collection routes are properly

Ensure all driver’s scan and load their vans

Maintain on-going communication with drivers

Ensure adequate resources are available

Guarantee any ad-hoc collections are picked up

Ensure all relevant documentation and systems are completed

Work to set Key Performance Indicators

Ensure Depot Clear is achieved

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with Owner Drivers; Work with Employed Drivers; Lead high performing team

Communication Scope

Inspire team; Motivate team; Manage team

Full Job Description

* Contract Type: Permanent / 40 Hours Per Week * Salary: Circa £40,000 plus bonus * Location: 2 Imperial Way, Reading, RG2 0SL * Days of Work: Sunday to Thursday * Hours of Work: 05:30 - 13:00 Join us on our journey as we aim to be the UK’s most sustainable delivery company, whilst ensuring our customers continue to receive a world class service. You will be in a busy and fast paced business, with a turnover of nearly £2 billion, that can offer you great benefits and plenty of opportunities to progress your career DPD are passionate about creating an environment that is open, ethical, inclusive and socially responsible. Along with job security, the tools to do the job and a competitive salary, you’ll receive fantastic benefits starting on day one, including never working on your birthday ever again!!! DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer We are currently recruiting for an experienced Shift Manager, to help strengthen our depot operations management team. In this role you will be working closely with our self employed Owner Drivers (OD’s) and Employed Drivers, building a strong relationship with them and keeping the drivers engaged, well managed and motivated to ensure outstanding service is delivered. Other key accountabilities will be; * 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 for delivery in a safe, timely and efficient manner. * Maintaining on-going communication with drivers to resolve any issues * Ensuring adequate resources are available to guarantee any ad-hoc collections are picked up either via your pool of drivers or by using couriers/agencies. * Ensuring that all relevant documentation and systems are completed accurately and in line with company and/or legislative requirements * Working to set Key Performance Indicators including Service, Cost, Produ

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