## Job Description
**£60,000 - £69,900 (DEO) plus a range of fantastic benefits**
As the Distribution Manager for our Brakes Warrington RDC, you'll be
responsible for the effective leadership of the transport function, managing a
large fleet of circa 150 multi-temp vehicles and leading an amazing transport
team of 240 FTE.
You'll ensure that all aspects of this busy distribution
operation, including overseeing a satellite depot in Morecambe, run
effectively and efficiently, and that your team is motivated and engaged to
deliver the best possible customer service.
Reporting to the site General Manager, you will be the main transport CPC
license holder for site, taking responsibility for the overall performance of
the department and the achievement of key performance indicators.
As the
budget owner for the function, you will be commercially aware, using both data
and management information to meet and exceed performance expectations.
Additionally, you will be responsible for the adherence to legislation,
company policies, the ongoing compliance of fleet management and the safety of
your team.
As an ambassador for the organization, you will be expected to lead
by example, ensuring a positive and engaging working environment.
We are looking for an experienced manager who has led a large, busy and
complex transport and distribution operation.
You will have excellent
operational knowledge, but just as critical will be your leadership ability.
As a member of the depot senior leadership team, you will have a strong people
focus, drive your team to achieve the highest possible levels of service for
our customers and effectively manage organisational change as our business
continues to transform.
You will provide clear direction for the transport
team, creating a positive, high-performance working culture.
Forward thinking,
you will have a continuous improvement mindset and a proven ability to
identify and implement solutions that enable and deliver service and cost
benefits.
Experience of a multi-temp operation would be beneficial but is not
essential.
In return we offer a highly competitive package including all the benefits you
would expect at this level including car or car allowance, pension, and the
option to purchase additional annual leave.
Not to mention huge discounts on
award-winning products and finally, being part of Sysco, the world's leading
foodservice business, unlocking a world of career opportunities!