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Being a part of Irelands 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, were looking for a Transport Manager to join our team. This role will play a key part in the overall growth of the organisation along with helping to maintain our core ethos here at Sysco keeping the customer at the heart of everything we do.
Key Accountabilities
Managing/leading the transport management and distribution team
Co-ordination of allTransportactivities ensuring the smooth running of depot
Responsible for efficient dispatch of all routes and products to customers on a daily basis
Coaching and motivating members of the delivery team
Effectively liaising with sales, transport, and operation departments to resolve all issues in a timely manner
Working with our Sales teams to ensure effective and efficient delivery schedules
Ensuring delivery procedures and policies are adhered to at all times, equipment breakdown and repairs are minimised and reportedand ensure the premises are maintained to the highest standards
Responsible for ensuring all company vehicles are properly maintained, cleaned and safely operated to reduce accidents and enhance the company brand
Manage Backhaul collections and ensure they are adhered to on a daily basis.
Managing Transport Compliance to industry leading standards
Identify, coordinate and deliver training as appropriate
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
Requirements
* 3+ years experience in a relevant management / supervisory role in a high volume, technology driven, time sensitive multi-drop distribution operation
* Experience within the Food distribution industry is advantageous
* Must possess a full Drivers Licence, Management CPC advantageous
* Competent in the use of IT systems including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
* 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 plan and organise your own and your teams work activities in a safe, efficient and effective manner
* Ability to analyse, interpret and explain and present relevant business data
* Fluent English reading and writing
* High level of flexibility and problem solving
* Strong knowledge of the Department of Transport regulations (Tachograph legislation, Work Time Directive etc.)
* Strong knowledge of the surrounding geographical area
Core Competencies
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.
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.
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.
Sysco is an equal opportunities employer.
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Skills
leadership transport management
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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