Assistant Transport Manager

Forde Recruitment, a leading provider of workers, is seeking an Experienced Assistant Transport Manager to join our client's busy warehouse and logistics operation in their Barnsley office. Assistant Transport Manager Responsibilities:

• Arrange and establish time-bound plans for deliveries, collections, and other logistics activities.
• Collaborate closely with various departments and teams within the company to ensure effective plan execution.
• Maintain regular communication with third-party logistics companies, demonstrating exceptional time-management skills.
• Monitor and oversee order and fulfilment phases to ensure seamless business operations.
• Identify and improve inefficiencies in supply chains, including transport methods and logistics-related challenges.
• Develop and maintain strong internal and external business relationships. Ensure high standards of customer service.
• Create and implement plans and strategies in line with company policies and regulations, as directed by senior management.
• Ensure appropriate workload allocation to complete daily plans in a timely manner.
• Complete daily pre-briefs and de-briefs with drivers in line with driver compliance with operational processes.
• Carry out several of the Transport Manager's responsibilities whilst they are on holiday.

Assistant Transport Manager Required Skills:

• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Thrive in a challenging and high-pressure environment.
• Good geographical knowledge
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• IT Literate with high competency using Excel
• Experience working in a fast-paced logistics team, managing daily planning and operations for a large fleet of drivers.
• Customer-focused with excellent booking management and query resolution skills.

(Preferred Skills):

• Extensive knowledge of UK geography and public transport accessibility and timings.
• IT Literate with high competency with Excel
• Proficiency in Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Previous experience working in Traffic or Logistics environments

What's on offer

• Permanent 40-hour working week (Monday - Friday )
• Competitive Salary £32,718.40
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a well-established business
• Supportive working environment

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Forde Recruitment Ltd who are operating as an Employment Business. Unfortunately, due to the high volumes of applications we are currently receiving, we are only able to contact candidates who are successful in progressing to the next stage. If you have not been contacted within 7 days of your application, then please presume that you have not been successful on this occasion and continue to search on our website for future vacancies.