Distribution operations Work, Jobs in Thanet District, Ken (with Salaries)

Transport Shift Manager Nights
Gist Limited —Faversham
- Up to £48,700 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Recruiting
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Branch Manager
REXEL —Folkestone
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Training & development
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Quick apply
7.5T Delivery Driver/Trade Counter Assistant
General All-Purpose Plastics (GAP) Ltd —Ashford
- £14.39 an hour
- Computer literacy
- POS
- Warehouse experience
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Retail Deputy Manager
The Works —Canterbury
- Customer service
- Training & development
- Retail management
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Site Automation Engineer
Gist Limited —Faversham
- Up to £55,500 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Maintenance
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
1d
Transport Manager
RDT —Sittingbourne
- £38,715.27 - £55,749.37 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Leadership
Quick apply
Planner
Givaudan —Ashford
- Temporary
- English
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
2d
Transport Planner
Selkent —Sittingbourne
- £30,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Quality control
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Senior Production Operative
ardo —Ashford
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Training & development
People Partner
Gist Limited —Faversham
- Team management
- Human resources
- Recruiting
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Warehouse Operator (Fixed Term Contract)
Jazz Pharmaceuticals —Sittingbourne
- ERP systems
- Continuous improvement
- Computer skills
- Annual leave
10d
Office Administrator Apprentice
BrettGroup —Sheerness
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
3d
Project Manager
MKE Engineering Group —Sittingbourne
- £50,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Site Director
ardo —Ashford
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Leadership
HGV Class 1 Driver
Stobart —Sittingbourne
- £17.37 - £33.87 an hour
- Overtime
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Warehouse Operations Transport Assistant (Days) - From 6am Starts
Aldi —Sheerness
- £13.31 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Heavy lifting
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
SHEQ Manager
Avidety —Queenborough
- £48,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
3d
Multi-skilled Engineer
Cook Trading Limited —Sittingbourne
- £39,000 - £43,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Transport Coordinator
Gist Limited —Faversham
- £36,015.84 a year
- Night shift
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Logistics & Moves Assistant
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- £24,454 a year
- Part-time
- Customer service
12d

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Transport Shift Manager Nights

Gist Limited -
Faversham

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Job details

Full-time
Up to £48,700 a year

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount

Qualifications

Employee relations case handling
Employee relations
Shift management
Performance management
Continuous improvement
Team management
Recruiting
Transport experience
Leadership
Communication skills
Distribution operations team management

Full job description

Job Title

Transport Shift Manager Nights

Location

Faversham, ME13 7TW GB (Main)

Job Description

At Gist, we're proud to be part of the M&S Group, the logistics engine behind M&S Food.

From our distribution centres to our transport operations and support functions, we connect people, technology and expertise to ensure the right products reach the right stores at the right time.

As we continue to invest in our people, technology and network, there's never been a more exciting time to join Gist and help shape the future of food logistics.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Transport Shift Manager to join our Faversham Transport team on a permanent night shift.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take ownership of a busy transport operation, leading a team of drivers and ensuring every shift is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Reporting to the Transport Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for driving operational performance, developing your team and creating a positive culture where people are supported, challenged and held accountable. You'll be confident making decisions, tackling difficult conversations when needed and ensuring our operation continues to deliver for our customer.

Role details:

Salary:up to £48,700 DOE

Hours: 40.25 hours per week

Working Pattern: Nights – 4 on 4 off

Shift Times: 18:00 - 06:00

Location: Faversham- ME13 7TW

What you'll be doing

Your key accountabilities will include:

Leading the night shift transport operation to ensure safe, efficient and compliant delivery of all transport activities.
Managing, coaching and developing a large team of drivers, creating a culture of accountability, engagement and high performance.
Taking ownership of recruitment, inductions, absence management, wellbeing conversations, performance reviews and employee relations matters including investigations, disciplinaries and grievances.
Monitoring operational performance and delivering key transport KPIs across service, safety, compliance and cost.
Planning resources effectively to meet changing operational demands while maintaining excellent customer service.
Leading daily team briefings and ensuring clear communication across the transport operation.
Working closely with colleagues across Transport, Warehouse and Planning to ensure a seamless operation.
Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency and team performance.

What we're looking for

You'll be an experienced transport leader who enjoys developing people and delivering results in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Your skills and experience will include:

Essential: Previous management experience within a transport operation.
Essential: Strong knowledge of transport operations within an FMCG or logistics environment.
Experience managing large teams and creating a positive, high-performing culture.
Confidence handling performance management, employee relations and difficult conversations.
Strong communication and decision-making skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
An analytical approach with the ability to identify opportunities to improve operational performance.
Flexibility to support alternative shift patterns in the future if required.
Desirable: Transport Manager CPC qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
Desirable: Previous experience working with Trade Unions.

What’s in it for you?

As well as a competitive salary, you'll benefit from:

20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food
25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan
Attractive annual bonus scheme, based on M&S performance and personal objectives
Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)
Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers
Access to a wide range of wellbeing support – including our Employee Assistance Programme
A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development
Cycle to work scheme

Why Gist?

When you join Gist, you're joining a business that plays a critical role within the M&S Group.

You'll have the opportunity to influence meaningful change, work alongside experienced leaders and contribute to one of the UK's leading food supply chains.

Our culture is built around our values of being Progressive, Accountable, Collaborative and Ethical, creating an environment where people are trusted, supported and encouraged to grow.

Whether you're leading a site operation, delivering transformation or shaping future strategy, your work will make a real difference.

Our commitment to inclusion

At Gist, we believe our differences make us stronger.

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know. We'll work with you to ensure you have the support you need.

Recruiter

Brown, Lucy (People)

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