Transport Site Lead

Musgrave is one of Europe's most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 19 iconic brands like Super Valu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave Market Place. By supporting thousands of retail and food service family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve.

We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.

As we continue our journey toward becoming Ireland's most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our team as a Transport Site Lead.

Musgrave Retail Partners NI Limited operates as a major grocery and convenience store wholesaler and franchiser in Northern Ireland as part of the broader Musgrave Group. We are currently recruiting for a Site Lead at our Dargan Site, to support and assist the Transport Line Manager in organising and managing the transport function.

• Assist in the management of all drivers and vehicles
• Assist in the Health & Safety processes including all applicable legislative compliance
• Develop and maintain 'best in class' service standards throughout the regions customer base

• Support the Transport Line Manager (TLM) to organise, plan and manage the day-to-day transport operation.
• To maintain effective communication with all key stakeholders including, customers, managers, drivers, and all other relevant departments within Musgrave.
• Support TLM to ensure compliance with all statutory obligations for fleet management, maintenance and driver hours.
• Ensure effective and proper use of fleet equipment to minimise damage to company assets at all times.
• Support TLM to drive productivity and efficiency across all routes.
• Liaise with the sales team regarding new customer routes and/or deliveries.
• Support TLM and central Transport to maintain control over route planning and delivery scheduling to ensure prompt delivery to our customers
• Driver rostering
• Support TLM to ensure fuel efficiency through auditing and reporting.

• Transport KPI's
• Ongoing review of delivery routes taking into account changes in the number of customers.
• Manage, on an on-going basis, driver rosters and communicate in a timely manner.
• Ensure routes are operated efficiently with maximum truck utilisation.

• Ensure drivers demonstrate the company values.
• Manage routes and drivers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Support the TLM to drive a 'first for service' culture throughout the transport team.

• Response to customer queries without delay.
• Communicate on a regular basis with all transport employees on customer, company and depot issues.
• MPG

• Ensure drivers are trained to meet the needs of the business.
• Support TLM to ensure all standard human resource processes are implemented for transport team e.g. timekeeping, health & safety, holidays, accidents.

• Ensure legal compliance r hours and vehicle maintenance.
• Monitor and manage driver holidays.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policy and safe driving procedures.

• OLAT Certification
• Proficient in MS Office
• Knowledge of Transport Operations.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance requirements.
• Data input
• An understanding of financials
• Strong knowledge of food service and retail distribution
• Honesty, integrity and openness
• Strong problem-solving focus
• Excellent flexibility and adaptability in management style
• Knowledge of Paragon routing software

• Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact
• Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions
• Community Focus
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  Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.
• Be Part of a Legacy
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  Join a company with a…