About the opportunity...

Are you an experienced professional with a passion for managing dynamic transport operations? As a Transport Shift Manager at Poundland's Harlow Distribution Centre, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our transport operations are efficient and compliant running. You’ll lead a talented team to meet key performance indicators while delivering first-class service to our stores and customers.

This position is a full-time 40-hour contract. Working Monday-Friday with weekend flexibility.

 

We uphold three core behaviours that guide all our actions:

Love Our Customers: We strive to delight our customers, listening and responding to their needs because they are our priority.

Care for Our Colleagues: We support each other to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Protect Our Pounds/Euros: We are committed to cost-efficiency and value, ensuring every penny counts.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue a qualification through our apprenticeship programme. Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements. Free On-Site Parking: Enjoy the convenience of free parking, making your daily commute hassle-free. Onsite Coffee Lounge: Take advantage of our onsite coffee lounge, a perfect space to relax and recharge during breaks. Exclusive Store Discounts: Receive a 10% discount on most in-store purchases, enhancing your shopping experience. Family-Friendly Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits are designed to support your and your family’s needs. My Staff Shop: Gain exclusive discounts through our ‘My Staff Shop’ portal, saving on various products and services. Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your family’s future. Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing. Generous Holiday Allowance: Start with a generous leave entitlement that increases by one day each year (up to 33 days), with the option to buy additional holiday annually. Celebrate your special day off work every year with an extra day’s holiday because we believe birthdays are important. Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement.

As a Transport Shift Manager, you will:

Lead and inspire your team of Transport Team Managers, Coordinators, and Drivers to deliver outstanding service. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and legal requirements, fostering a safe and efficient working environment. Maximise performance by planning and executing operational routines aligned with key performance indicators. Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including regional managers, safety teams, and regulatory bodies. Coach and develop your team, creating a high-performing, motivated workforce through meaningful personal development plans. Manage resources proactively, optimising staffing levels, budgets, and transport schedules to enhance efficiency. Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes and reduce costs. Support strategic goals, covering the Transport Manager role as required and contributing to long-term operational success.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

Leadership experience: Proven track record of managing large teams within a transport or logistics environment. Technical expertise: Strong understanding of transport operations, FMCG distribution, and associated legislation. Certifications: A-level education (or equivalent), with International CPC and IOSH Safety certification (support provided if needed). Analytical ability: Financial acumen and the capacity to interpret and act upon KPIs and budgetary goals. People skills: Exceptional communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills to inspire and develop your team. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, managing multiple priorities effectively. System proficiency: Familiarity with relevant tools such as Time and Attendance systems, Tachomaster, Microlise, and Microsoft Office.

 

Join our team and be part of something bigger. We’re looking for leaders who are ready to make a real difference in our operations. Apply today!

 

Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 900 stores and nearly 18,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings. 

At Poundland & Dealz, we don't just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers.

Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. Our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues make it all possible.

We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do and keep us on track. They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros. By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprises—a place where our people can truly be the best versions of themselves!

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