Depot Manager
London
£45,000 - £50,000 + Benefits
Role Profile
Cast UK are supporting our client, who is a leading logistics business, in their recruitment process for a Depot Manager, based in London. Reporting to the Operations Director you will oversee a team of 50 to 60 professionals within a busy Depot while managing the costs and budget.
Key Accountabilities:
- Accountable for ensuring company operating metrics within the depot are delivered.
- Ensure depot costs are managed to budget, with appropriate colleague rota planning and scheduling to meet anticipated activity levels.
- Ensure the depot operates safely and that all colleagues are aware of their personal obligations and commitment to being serious about safety.
- Improve the operational effectiveness and efficiency of the depot and develop a culture of operational excellence.
- Ensure appropriate training plans are in place for all colleagues to ensure their skill and competence meet their job role requirements.
- Overall responsibility for the transport function alongside the Transport manager.
Skills & Experience
- Financial understanding and cost management.
- Operational experience gained within a fast paced environment.
- Comfortable leading a team of operatives in a busy environment, providing leadership and development to the team.
- Knowledge of appropriate legislation and its impact on operation.
- Experience in transport.
Client information
Our client is a market leading Logistics business.
Remuneration
£45,000 - £50,000 + Benefits
About Cast UK
Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.com
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