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Transport Shift Manager (Days) Hoddesdon Depot

Location:
Hoddesdon
Reporting To:
Transport Manager
Hours:
48 Hours Per Week
Job Type:
Transport
Department:
Transport
Closing Date:
23rd August 2019
Benefits:
Pension, 23 days Holiday pa, Healthcare Cash Plan, Personal Accident Scheme

We are now recruiting for a Shift Manager to join our existing Transport team in Hoddesdon.

The objective of this role is to ensure that our large, fast moving Transport operation runs smoothly and efficiently, by achieving optimum service levels across all contracts whilst working to specific KPI’s.

We are therefore looking for a high calibre applicant to lead, develop and motivate our team of Assistant Shift Managers and multi-drop Drivers to reach their full potential.

You will be expected to manage the demands of the busy shift, dealing with problems that arise in a professional, effective and timely manner.  You will therefore be able to work as part of a team, communicate effectively at all levels and be familiar with all aspects of legislation relating to commercial vehicles (including tachograph and drivers’ hour’s regulations).  You will be involved in monitoring and controlling costs within the department and will be required to provide related reports to the Transport Manager and Accounts Department.

You will effectively manage staffing levels and meet targets and standards which support the achievement of our objectives.

To be successful, you should have the ability to build good team relationships, identify employees’ training needs, promote Health & Safety best practice, and possess first class organisation and people management skills. Ideally, you will already be CPC trained and have previous experience of Optac and Microlise.

You must be well organised, self-motivated and have the ability to manage your time effectively.  You will require strong PC skills, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.  It is essential that you have previous experience of people management & development and that you can demonstrate a working knowledge of transport and haulage regulations. Reliability and flexibility will be key aspects of this challenging role.

 This role operates on a ‘four on, four off shift pattern, hours of work:  07:00am – 19:00pm.

The salary is £38,165.60 per annum

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Stock Controller Hoddesdon Depot

Location:
Hoddesdon
Reporting To:
Stock Control Supervisor
Hours:
40 Hours Per Week
Job Type:
Depot & Back Office
Department:
Warehouse
Closing Date:
23rd August 2019
Benefits:
Pension, 25 days Holiday pa, Healthcare Cash Plan, Personal Accident Scheme

We are now recruiting for a Stock Controller to join our existing team in Hoddesdon.

In this role you will be involved in the monitoring and counting of stock and investigating errors. You will also be responsible for the integrity of the stock in all chambers and the investigation of any stock queries, as well as date code best before date rotation.

You will be responsible for all Warehouse location changes and cooperate and communicate fully with other departments/depots including Goods In and the Purchasing Department, maintaining a professional and polite attitude at all times.

You will have responsibility of all racking labelling and to check digit labelling to ensure accuracy of pick, inclusive of split pick communication.

You will provide daily, weekly and period reports of stock control performance and drive to beat budget at all times.

In addition, you must also be aware of and comply with all fire safety procedures, including maintaining clear fire exits and escape routes and conform to all Mechanical Handling Equipment procedures at all times ensuring that all MHE defects/damages are reported. You will work with all team members to ensure that corporate goals are consistently achieved and maintained complying at all times with relevant legislation involved in Food Safety, Food Hygiene and Health and Safety requirements.

You will be used to working to targets, be computer literate and have an accurate and methodical approach to your work. You must have basic numeracy and literacy skills, and be physically fit.  You will be a good team player who supports our Company values. Knowledge of Food Hygiene and experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential and a Fork Lift Truck Licence would also be advantageous.

The working pattern is 5 over 6, Monday to Friday, with occasional Sunday cover as and when required. Hours of work: 11.00am – 19.30pm

The salary is £20,722.00 per annum

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LGV Drivers Class 2 Banbury Depot

Location:
Banbury
Reporting To:
Transport Manager
Hours:
48 Hours Per Week
Job Type:
Transport - LGV Driver
Department:
Transport
Closing Date:
30th September 2019
Benefits:
Pension, 25 days Holiday pa pro-rata, Healthcare Cash Plan, Personal Accident Scheme

Our LGV Drivers do more than a ‘driving job’. It’s about ensuring our customers get the best impression of our organisation. You are the ‘face’ of our business, not just our delivery driver.

It’s all about making a good impression with your appearance, manner and the look of your vehicle. Ensuring goods are delivered in a first class condition, completing all necessary paperwork and above all, leaving everyone you meet with a really positive impression of you and our business.

You will be aware and adhere to all driving legislation required for driving a LGV vehicle and follow all Health and Safety procedures and be responsible for your own and other peoples Health and Safety. You will comply at all times with all relevant legislation in food safety and chill chain standards and ensure that the fridge is set to the correct temperature for the job being done. You will ensure that your vehicle is maintained in a safe and clean condition by doing all safety checks and filling in your defect book. You will ensure the security of all company property that is under your charge and collect all empty equipment from the customer. You must co-operate fully with the driver debrief procedure and undertake any other duties that may prove necessary.

This is a demanding, but rewarding, role involving manual handling and multi-drop deliveries. You should therefore be confident to drive and deliver to various outlets throughout the UK.

This can include any five days per week and will include weekend and public holiday working. On occasions it may be necessary to assist in the loading of vehicles.

It is essential that you hold a current LGV Class 2 driving licence and also a driver CPC card.

Salary is £34,838.24 including location and attendance allowances.

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Export Manager Pret Hoddesdon Depot

Location:
Hoddesdon
Reporting To:
Pret International Supply Chain Manager
Hours:
40 Hours Per Week
Job Type:
Management
Department:
Supply Chain
Closing Date:
23rd August 2019
Benefits:
Pension, 25 days Holiday pa, Health Care Cash Plan, Personal Accident Scheme

With the growth of our Client (Pret a Manger) internationally, a new role opportunity has been identified, this will be an Export manager within the Supply Chain Department.

Within this role you will be responsible for:

  • Managing a monthly forecasting process with Pret equity and Franchise International markets and ensuring UK suppliers are briefed.
  • Manage the pricing profiles for each international partner/market on a monthly basis to ensure invoicing practices are correct and payments possible on time.
  • Accountability for Export Paperwork compliance (Phytosanitary and Customs)
  • Conduct targeted 121s with Pret teams on a weekly basis to ensure international market supply is On Time and In Full.
  • Manage the interactions of international 3PLs and franchise partners to determine ongoing supply needs.
  • Identify and improve the international supply chain efficiencies in collaboration with in- market teams and freight forwarders
  • Be the point of contact for Pret teams who wish to supply goods to their international markets.
  • Support Pret in their creation of new supply chains to new markets based on their strategy.
  • Lead Weekly/Monthly video or conference calls with in-country teams to discuss critical paths and any changes in supply or issues.
  • Manage product recalls process in collaboration with 3PLs in International markets
  • Accountability for International bespoke SKUs availability
  • Management of Customs agent process for exports to non-EU markets.
  • Management of nominated freight forwarders performance in collaboration with all market in country supply teams.
  • Supporting the Rungis 2.0 transition with Pret France.
  • To scope and present business cases where necessary for Best FL system development to support international operations.
  • Responsibility of compiling and presenting international volumes and budgets for board meetings.
  • Line Management responsibilities of export admin team and accountability for accuracy of warehouse picking team.
  • Management of stock levels across international 3PL hubs         Responsible for ensuring that all Brexit related requirements for Best FL are scoped and agreed with the Depot Senior Management Team,Specific Hours Information:

3 days required to be at the Pret H4 site 2 days will be required at Pret head office(London)

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Safety, Health, Environment & Quality Manager Hoddesdon Depot

Location:
Hoddesdon
Reporting To:
Head of Safety
Hours:
40 Hours Per Week
Job Type:
Management
Department:
Operations
Closing Date:
23rd August 2019
Benefits:
Pension, 25 days Holiday pa, Healthcare Cash Plan, Personal Accident Scheme

Implements, administers and enforces all Health and Safety, Environmental and Food Safety policies, processes and standards required for the depot to operate in accordance with both the laws that govern depot compliance and quality standards.

Responsible for the maintenance of Health & Safety, Environmental and Food Safety systems as documented on the Process Library. Ensures depot facilities are legal and insurance compliant in co-ordination with the Depot Management Team and Facilities.

Ensure that all requirements of the Health, Safety & Environment and Food Standards policies and standards are met by the depot through influencing and supporting the depot management team.

Briefing depot teams on updated or new ways of working, standards, how to guides, risk assessments, safe systems of work and SHEQ alerts.

Ensure fire safety standards, tests, drills are adhered to, including equipment and emergency lighting and Fire Risk Assessment Report actions are completed.

Accountable for completing internal (first party) audits at the depot to support assurance, audits and risk objectives

With the support of the appropriate central departments provide guidance to the depot management team to comply with internal and external audits and close out requirements after audit.  Works to ensure depot compliance to audit standards through induction training, ongoing development and refresher training as required.

Monitor standards & audit requirements to ensure compliance, as well as highlight areas of non-compliance to senior depot management and demonstrate a proactive problem solving approach to resolve any areas of non-compliance (BS 18001, ISO 14001, BRC).

With the support of the appropriate central departments provide advice and guidance on all aspects of site Health, Safety & Environment and Food Standards.

Deliver and co-ordinate all Health, Safety & Environment and Food Standards and compliance related events/induction to update management team and new employees.

Work with the depot management team to identify and review compliance key performance indicators and suggest improvements and efficiencies to better meet business/legal requirements

Ensure all Health & Safety, Environmental and Food Standards training is completed on time and in full and reports gaps and non-compliance to the General Manager and Head of SHEQ. Administer the elearning system, ensuring all employees are set up on the system.

Challenges/Decision Making

  • Managing conflicting priorities across a number of compliance areas
  • Dealing with assurance and compliance issues in the depot that require immediate attention and resolution
  • Influencing other managers in the depot to ensure they follow processes and standards and resolve issues in their areas of responsibility

Requirements

  • A sound working knowledge of company processes and standards within the business and demonstration of practical application.
  • Strong knowledge in Health & Safety, Environmental management, Food Standards and internal and external auditing.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to persuade and influence senior management.
  • Flexible, enthusiastic and positive approach.
  • Able to cope under pressure and prioritise demands.
  • Ability to deliver effective presentations and training courses.
  • Customer driven, collaborative and hands-on approach able to identify pragmatic, business-focused solutions to areas of non-compliance.
  • Ability to work independently on own initiative.
  • Ability to interpret and apply safety legislation and policy.
  • Ability to analyse customer needs and make recommendations based on sound business knowledge and commercial acumen
  • Experience of a fast moving distribution environment.
  • IT literate – Microsoft Office applications.
  • Cost management and ability to work within tight budgetary controls.

Relevant Qualifications:

  • NEBOSH – National General Certificate
  • Food Safety Level 3 (or equivalent)
  • HACCP level 3

The salary is £35-40,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Working pattern is Monday- Friday. Depending on business needs, possible weekend work and late finishes.

Should you wish to apply for this role please click on the link below and either leave your contact details so that we can contact you or attach an up to date CV for our perusal.

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