Transport Shift Manager
GXO Logistics, Inc.
Date: 1 day ago
City: Swindon, England
Contract type: Full time
Are you currently working in a transport environment but feel like you’ve hit a stop sign? Are you looking for a career ‘move’, where you’ll constantly be challenged to grow and develop your skills? Are you ready to take the highway to your next challenge?
GXO is currently seeking a talented and driven Transport Shift Manager to join us on at our B&Q site in Swindon. In this role you won’t just manage a team – you’ll lead leaders. You will be responsible for overseeing a shift of team leaders, clerks, and drivers ensuring high performance, operational excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement.
This is a full time, permanent position, where you’ll be working Monday – Friday, on a 14:00 – 22:00 shift pattern.
Pay, benefits and more:
You’ll be paid a salary of up to £35,000.00. You’ll also receive 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days so you can enjoy a positive work-life balance. You’ll have access to an onsite gym, private healthcare, a dental plan, a workplace pension, and our GXO University which provides you the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications at a pace that you’re comfortable with. Plus, many other perks such as a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme and our continued focus on internal promotions, over 55% last year!
What you’ll do on a typical day:
GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.
GXO is currently seeking a talented and driven Transport Shift Manager to join us on at our B&Q site in Swindon. In this role you won’t just manage a team – you’ll lead leaders. You will be responsible for overseeing a shift of team leaders, clerks, and drivers ensuring high performance, operational excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement.
This is a full time, permanent position, where you’ll be working Monday – Friday, on a 14:00 – 22:00 shift pattern.
Pay, benefits and more:
You’ll be paid a salary of up to £35,000.00. You’ll also receive 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days so you can enjoy a positive work-life balance. You’ll have access to an onsite gym, private healthcare, a dental plan, a workplace pension, and our GXO University which provides you the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications at a pace that you’re comfortable with. Plus, many other perks such as a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme and our continued focus on internal promotions, over 55% last year!
What you’ll do on a typical day:
- You’ll ensure the efficient running of the operation and drive operational performance through development of site systems and operational processes
- You’ll identify and resolve operational issues and where appropriate escalate to the Assistant Transport Manager, ensuring that the transport department always remains legally compliant
- You’ll analyse reports against KPI’s and take actions to improve results
- You’ll lead the transport team through the continued growth of the operation and introduce change positively
- Proven experience in a fast-paced transport environment, with a strong track record of managing managers or team leaders
- Demonstrated leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to inspire and develop others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset
- Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- A hands-on leader who leads by example and thrives in a dynamic, high-pressure environment
GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.
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