Head of Transport

Company Description

CML (Part of the Culina Group) provides integrated supply chain services and expertise for food and drink products that require strict refrigerated temperatures to the discount retailers.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

Reporting to the Business Unit Director, the Head of Transport will oversee and ensure the smooth running of the transport operations teams across Telford and Lutterworth CML sites. Lead on best practice and the continuous improvement of the operation.

There will be a requirement to travel to the CML Lutterworth site on a weekly basis in line with business requirements. 

This is a full time, permanent role working a 40 hour week, Monday to Friday.

Key Duties of a Head of Transport:

Managing financial, control analysis, evaluation and reporting
Being responsible for the whole of the Transport Business encompassing both inbound and outbound operations
Managing a total annual transport spend
Developing annual transport plans and budgets
Developing and leading the implementation of a backhaul strategy, maximising opportunities across the supply chain
Reviewing all aspects of the Transport Operation driving improvements in methods, procedures and efficiency
Being responsible for a large fleet of vehicles
Managing, planning and scheduling teams
Improving network and strategy
Planning, reviewing and communicating operational requirements and changes at a strategic level
Create meaningful business intelligence reports for Transport Directors and create continual improvement solutions.
Developing strategies and use state of the art systems to optimize fleet and create innovative transport solutions for multiple business sector.
Manage planning, solutions, costs and reporting. Create planning schedules that achieve contractual service and performance levels and continue to improve transport models to beat the budgets and develop innovation.
Identifying areas of cost saving and new methods of working
Ensuring the transport operation remains quality and legislative compliant
Setting and agreeing targets and KPIs for the Transport Operation in line with company strategy

Qualifications

National Certificate in Professional Competence (CPC).
Previous transport operational experience at a senior level.
Proven experience in managing and exceeding budgetary requirements.
Financially astute with commercial management skills.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Experience in change management and delivering continuous improvement.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, able to enthuse, motivate and develop people.
Experience in formulating and developing strategy.
Operational experience of multiple sites.
Good understanding of technology that impacts on Transport including the use of modelling, planning and telematics systems.
Sound understanding of fleet procurement processes.
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organisational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment.
Significant experience of working within a short lead time environment.
High levels of motivation, flexibility and the ability to work on own initiative.
Strong problem solving and Project Management experience.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make CML a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement of 33 days inclusive of the bank holidays.
Company Bonus  – We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme .
Private Medical Cover – This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa.
Company car - or car allowance 
Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer.
Life Assurance -  x4 your annual salary .
Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam