Pickfords
Trainee Manager
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Job Purpose
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
To gain knowledge of all aspects of the Removals business including sales, move management and operations.
To assist the Branch Managers in leading and managing the branches within the group to achieve revenue, margin and contribution targets. This will be achieved through the efficient planning, monitoring and management of the daily operation.
Deliver a consistent superior service in line with the company quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Planning, monitoring and management of the daily operation.
- Accurate cost reporting on in-house system e.g. wages, Purchase Order’s etc.
- Complete pre move call 48 hours prior to each move.
- Complete weekly trading report and monthly forecast.
- Proactively manage people, vehicles and materials required to meet the number of moves planned, including staff levels and holidays.
- To conduct customer visits, during and after moves to check on quality of service. Ensure that any shortfalls are fully investigated and managed to conclusion.
- Investigation of claims and complaints.
- Monitor and maintain all transport legislative requirements.
- Compliance to Group health & safety requirements.
- To maintain and monitor an up to date training matrix for all operative staff.
- Adherence to company ISO/BAR accreditations.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
- Customer centric.
- Commercial awareness.
- Ability to motivate team and create a can do environment.
- Ability to coach and train others.
- Exceptional planning and prioritising skills.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- Problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of Transport Legislation, fleet and maintenance controls.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Trainee Manager, please click ‘apply’ now – we’d love to hear from you!
We are committed to equal opportunities for all, irrespective of race, colour, religion, nationality, gender, sexuality, disability, marital status or age.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London