Transport Shift Manager – Newcastle West Location: On site / Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, Ireland job type: Permanent / Full-time Sector and subsector: Supply Chain | Production & Operations Salary: Competitive Salary Being a part of Ireland's largest foodservice provider means joining a team that is passionate about the world of food and dedicated to the growth and support of the industry. Here at Sysco, our wide, national network aims to serve thousands of cafés, restaurants and bars throughout the country that make up our customers. Though we have always been a local organisation, being a part of Sysco means we retain an international focus that offers our employees the opportunities to learn, develop and pursue the career they have always wanted. Now, we're looking for a Transport Shift Manager to join our team within our Newcastle West Distribution Centre. This role will play a key part in the overall growth of the organisation along with helping to maintain our core ethos here are Sysco – keeping the customer at the heart of everything we do. Summary: Focused on leading our Transport team in our busy distribution centre and responsible for the operational planning & execution of our distribution functions. You must have experience of leading and building teams to drive performance, engagement and support our vision to being our customers' most valued and trusted business partner. Key Accountabilities: · Co-ordination of all depot activities and efficient dispatched of routes daily, ensuring the smooth running of depot while ensuring delivery procedures and policies are adhered to at all times · Coaching and motivating members of the delivery team in line with performance and absence management processes to ensure concerns are managed appropriately. Analyse trends where appropriate, coach and where necessary follow the disciplinary processes. · Maintaining open ongoing communication with departments across the business including sales, warehouse and with the transport team, including daily/weekly briefings with the team · Ensuring equipment breakdown and repairs are minimised and reported · Ensuring that company vehicles are properly maintained, cleaned and safely operated to reduce accidents and enhance the company brand · Manage incoming and outgoing goods and backhaul collections on a daily basis · Identifies, coordinates and delivers training as appropriate to meet driver needs · Ensuring the premises are maintained to the highest standards · Ensuring Security and Health & Safety Procedures are adhered to at all times · Leading by example and applying company policy and procedures in a fair, consistent and unbiased manner What we offer: · Competitive salary · Company Pension · Learning and Development programmes · Discounted Staff Sales · Job tuition reimbursement including third level education and paid time off for exams · Maternity and Paternity leave top up · Bike to work scheme · Strong career progression opportunities · Employee Assistance Programme Requirements: · 3+ years' experience in a relevant management / supervisory role in a high volume, technology driven, time sensitive distribution operation · Experience within the Food distribution industry is advantageous · Competent in the use of IT systems including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word · Ability to plan and organise your own and your teams work activities in a safe, efficient and effective manner · Strong knowledge of the Department of Transport regulations (Tachograph legislation, Work Time Directive etc.) · Proven ability to manage a team to deliver the highest standards of service · Proven ability to be an effective decision maker with a hands-on approach to the business · Ability to analyse, interpret and explain and present relevant business data · Fluent English – reading and writing · High level of flexibility and problem solving · A full clean Category C Drivers Licence, valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card and have a digital tachograph card would be advantageous · Must possess a strong knowledge of the surrounding geographical area Core Competencies: · Building Effective Relationships – Is a role model for maintaining constructive and effective relationships with others across departments and other boundaries. Demonstrates effective communication techniques and skills and is seen as a team player. · Understanding Your Customers – acts as a role model in personal approach to internal and external customer goals. Takes time to understand the underlying needs of the stakeholders beyond those initially expressed. · Flexibility & Adaptability – Demonstrates understanding of how change impacts people. Anticipates resistance to change and works to support effective change initiatives. · Communication & Listening – Exceptional communication skills – writes and speaks clearly in a variety of communication settlings and style. Successfully delivers messages to all levels of the business and stakeholders achieving the desired effect . The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are neither definitive nor restrictive and may change in detail from time-to-time to meet the changing needs of the business. 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