Transport Manager
Matrix Recruitment
Roscommon, Longford, Offaly, Westmeath
Matrix Recruitment is recruiting a Night Shift Transport Manager for thriving and expanding Logistics Company in Co. Westmeath . This a new and permanent job . As Transport Manager you will be managing, and co-ordinating company fleet and drivers . You will be responsible for analysing and manipulating the data to enable the effective planning of resources. A key part of the role will be growing and developing the operation. Key Duties: Developing forecasting models to predict and analyse freight volume patterns and staffing requirements. Project and schedule road drivers based on forecasted business levels. Maintain adequate staffing levels of qualified, experienced drivers. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in conjunction with union labour agreements in regard to staffing actions. Ensure continuous compliance to all transport regulations, including Tachographs, driver’s hours, vehicle condition. Check transporter locations regularly to ensure they are located as planned. Initiate appropriate corrective action when sub-standard performance or issues arise. Communicate professionally, effectively and assertively with drivers and harness good working relations. Plan and assign loads to drivers (including route & journey time planning) and ensure all drivers are aware of their allocated job. Ensure continuous improvement of operational efficiencies while reducing costs and to meet or exceed customer expectations. Supervise loading, ensuring efficiency and safety provide training and development as required ensure trailers are loaded within allocated times for dispatch. Arrange Line haul transfers between depots. Requirements: The successful candidate should have a minimum of 3-5 year’s experience as a Transport Manager ideally with a third level qualification (degree) in Transport Management or Business. Excellent knowledge of transport legislation. Experience in people management with strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Excellent communication and problem solving skills. Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint and general Microsoft office. Please call Breda on 0906490485 or email your cv for more information. This job originally appeared on RecruitIreland.com.
2588 days ago