Resource Manager

At Oxalis Logistics, we dont just move goodswe move industries forward. Trusted by some of the largest blue-chip companies in the world, we deliver safe, seamless, and innovative solutions across the UK and Europe. With over 2,700 colleagues and 1,900 vehicles across 90 locations, our people are the driving force behind our success. Were proud to foster a culture built on Care, Ownership, Adaptability, Respect, and Striving for Excellencevalues that guide everything we do.

Total Reward Package:
At Oxalis, people power our progress. We offer competitive reward and benefits packages, and a supportive environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. Some of the benefits we offer:
Life Insurance (2 x Salary) Pension (4% EE / 6% ER) 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with service (including Bank Holidays) Gym discounts Employee Assistance Programme Annual Salary reviews

Career development opportunities Cycle to work BP Fuel card Role Summary Reporting to the Operations Resource Manager, each Regional Resource Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the correct level of driver and vehicle resources are in place at all terminals in their region and providing the planning team with a diary of these from which to plan each day.

Key Responsibilities The job holder is responsible for;
Maintaining short, medium and long term awareness of the resource requirements in your region and ensuring that resource levels are in place to meet client demands. Maintaining accurate records of resource allocation Providing regular updates to the Head of Department on resource management performance. Assisting in development and implementation of strategies to improve resource utilisation. Liaising with the appropriate planners on a daily basis in order to flex resources up and down in order to maximise efficiency whilst maintaining the highest levels of customer service.

Authorising all drivers holiday and other absence requests Working 4 weeks in advance, ensure that any driver resource shortfalls are covered in the first instance through local overtime, then through cross-contracting, then through booking agency resource and subcontractors. Where necessary, engaging with clients in order to provide updates on upcoming resource provision Developing strong working relationships with planners and drivers in order to maximise the benefit of those relationships Acting as duty manager on a rota basis with full responsibility for managing operational issues that occur during this time.

This includes dealing with incidents on a desktop basis where possible, and resolving resource shortfalls. Hours of work:
Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week) with one hours unpaid lunch break per day. Normal office hours are Monday to Friday 9.00 - 17.30. Requirements Essential Proven experience in resource management or relevant planning Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate effectively across teams and levels Have strong organisational skills and the ability to multi-task Have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Hold a valid UK driving licence Live within a commutable distance Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively Desirable Have knowledge of ATOSS beneficial but not essential Experience in logistics, transport, or industrial sectors Exposure to change management or process improvement Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills At Oxalis, your growth fuels our progress. With meaningful development opportunities and a culture that values contribution, this is your chance to make a lasting impact in the logistics industry.