XPO Logistics
Transport Supervisor
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Transport Supervisor
Logistics done differently.
Are you a Transport Supervisor looking for an environment that will help accelerate your career? Can you juggle multiple tasks at any one time? Is working closely with our customers to achieve the same goal something that would motivate you? If so, we are looking for an experienced Transport Supervisor to join us at our Ferry Bridge site on a full time, permanent basis working Mon - Fri between the hours of 8am to 4pm or 9am to 5pm.
Pay, Benefits And More
The salary on offer will be up to £34,000. We also offer 25 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, as well as a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.
What You’ll Do On a Typical Day
- Oversee daily transport operations, including vehicle loading, dispatch, and on-time delivery performance
- Work closely with Warehouse Management to ensure efficient loading plans and vehicle flow
- Supervise drivers, including debriefing and ensuring all administration and compliance tasks are completed
- Monitor load security, conduct spot checks, and ensure all deliveries meet KPI and SLA targets
- Manage communication with customers, hauliers, and internal stakeholders, including reporting issues or delays
- Provide cover for the Transport Manager when required
- Ensure accurate reporting, incident management, and timely escalation of service impacts
- Maintain high standards of safety, including inspections and investigations
- Ensure full compliance with company policies and transport regulations, working alongside compliance teams
- Manage asset planning, ensuring servicing and inspections are scheduled appropriately
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What You Need To Succeed At XPO
- Experience in a transport or logistics supervisory role (or ready to step up into one)
- Strong people management skills, with experience overseeing drivers and office-based teams
- Ability to manage subcontractors and ensure performance and compliance standards are met
- Confident in handling day-to-day operational challenges in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across teams (warehouse, customer service, and clients)
- Good commercial awareness and a proactive, solution-focused mindset
- Highly organised and detail-oriented, able to juggle multiple priorities
- A team-focused attitude, with a willingness to get involved and support the wider operation
- High levels of energy, resilience, and adaptability
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We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
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