Allied Bakeries | part of Associated British Foods plc
Customer Delivery Driver Class 2
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Customer Delivery Driver Class 2
Allied Bakeries are owned by Associated British Foods. ABF is a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with sales of £20.1bn and 138,000 employees in 56 countries. It has significant businesses in Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and Australia. Our sister companies in ABF UK Grocery produce products under many market-leading household brands, including Jordans, Ryvita, Pataks, Blue Dragon & Silver Spoon.
We are proud of our brands: we make top 10 UK grocery brand Kingsmill as well as Allinson’s and Sunblest. You’ll know us best through our white, wholemeal and seeded market-leading loaves, as well as Kingsmill 50/50, the nation’s favourite Healthier White, and our delicious pancakes, crumpets, hot cross buns and other bakery products.
The success of our business depends on us having the right people on the team. We are incredibly passionate about our business, but it isn’t for the faint-hearted – it’s pacey and demanding so our people need to have a positive attitude and to want to work inclusively. We take massive pride in what we do, not least in how colleagues based in our bakeries and depots have one of the best safety performance records in the industry.
Our Grocery Service Centre, based near Liverpool, is a hub for transactional activity across multiple ABF companies within the ABF Grocery division. Supporting some of our well-known brands such as Kingsmill, Pataks, Blue Dragon, Jordans, Ryvita and Silver Spoon, amongst others. We deliver Shared Service activities across a wide range of disciplines including Customer Services, Consumer Care, Finance, Payroll, HR and IS.
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Overview Of Role
📍 Location: Based in Stoke (Newcastle-under-Lyme)🕙 Hours: 48 hours a week (5 days including a Saturday, 2am starts)
💰 Salary: £37,956.37
Join Our Team!
Are you a skilled driver with a passion for excellence and safety? We're on the lookout for a qualified, experienced Class 2 Delivery Driver to join our expert team at our Stoke site. If you're ready to take on a role that values your dedication and expertise, this is the opportunity for you!
Key Accountabilities
🔹Comply with all legal requirements for HGV Drivers.
🔹Deliver and collect products from customers, suppliers and other organisations and locations, as required by the business.
🔹To always drive Company vehicles to high standards of safety and courtesy, including compliance with the Highway Code and any Company standards
🔹To apply SAFED driving techniques, in order to maximise levels of safety and fuel efficiency.
🔹To comply with all Company delivery and collection procedures, e.g. picking from bulk order load, order adjustment, health and safety.
🔹To comply with Company standards for customer service.
🔹To report immediately to the FLM any variations to required standards of product quality and service levels
🔹To follow Company standards and procedures for working with, and accounting for, Company products and equipment, e.g. bread baskets, pallets, store returns and buffer stock.
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🔹To comply with all Company requirements for Driver training and communications
🔹To carry out any duties, as required by the Company, e.g. unloading, refuelling and washing vehicles and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
The Right Person
🚚Experienced Drivers: Ideally, you have experience in food distribution or retail logistics and will hold an up-to-date CPC card.
🏆Customer Service Champions: As a key player in our team, your excellent customer service skills will shine through in every delivery.
🙏Team Players: We value a commitment to health, safety, and well-being. Your dedication ensures a caring work environment for all.
🚀Why Join Us?
✔ Health & Wellbeing Support – Access to a healthcare cash plan, free eye tests & more! 👓✔ Pension & Life Assurance – Up to 10% employer contributions to secure your future. 🔒
✔ Retail Discounts – Save at Asda, Tesco, M&S, Currys & 500+ other retailers! 🛍️
✔ Career Development – Grow with us through development & training opportunities. 📈
✔ Financial Wellbeing Support – Affordable loans, free financial education & budgeting tools. 💰
✔ Green Benefits – Get a great deal on a bike. 🚴♂️🚗⚡
✔ Loyalty rewards – We celebrate milestones with recognition and gifts. 🎁
✔ Recognition & Awards – Your hard work won’t go unnoticed! 🏆
✔ Charitable Giving – Support Save the Children through payroll donations. ❤️
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