Transport Clerk
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Added before 73 Days
- England,West Midlands
- full-time
- Competitive salary
Job Description:
About the role... We seek a highly organised and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Transport Clerk - Floating Shift at our Springvale Distribution Centre. The ideal candidate will coordinate and monitor the transportation of goods and materials, ensuring timely delivery and efficient logistics. If you are a proactive problem solver passionate about logistics, we want to hear from you.
This role requires flexibility to work day or night shifts, as it covers any shift over 24 hours. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our transport logistics, contributing to Poundland’s overall success.
At Poundland, we believe in our core values: Care for our Colleagues, Love our Customer, and Protect the Pound/Euro. We are committed to creating a supportive and dynamic work environment where every team member can thrive. By joining us, you’ll be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.
We uphold three core behaviours that guide all our actions:
Love Our Customers: We strive to delight our customers, listening and responding to their needs because they are our priority.
Care for Our Colleagues: We support each other to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Protect Our Pounds/Euros: We are committed to cost-efficiency and value, ensuring every penny counts.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Your Impact and Responsibilities… As a Transport Clerk, you will play a crucial role in our Transport Office’s efficient and effective operation. Your responsibilities will include:
* Ensuring the efficient operation of the Transport Office.
* Keeping workstations clean and tidy.
* Communicating effectively with customers, depots, third parties, and colleagues.
* Monitoring vehicle tracking to ensure timely deliveries.
* Generating driver paperwork using our bespoke software.
* Briefing and de-briefing all drivers, ensuring all paperwork is completed correctly.
* Deputising for the Transport Shift Manager in their absence.
* Continually monitoring all collections and delivery vehicles.
* Completing all issue logs.
* Performing other duties as required by operational needs.
* Delivering on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) set at the commencement of employment.
Skills and Knowledge… The ideal candidate will possess:
* Attention to detail for accurate data entry.
* A full understanding of current UK Transport Legislation or a willingness to learn.
* A basic understanding and compliance with Transport Operators legislation.
* Excellent communication and customer service skills.
* IT literacy with basic knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Retail experience and knowledge of FMCG warehousing and distribution (training provided).
* Working knowledge of transport/driver hours and regulations (training provided).
* Experience using Tachomaster, traffic management, and vehicle tracking software (training provided).
If you are ready to make a significant impact and grow your career with a leading retail organisation, apply now to join our dedicated team at Poundland.
About us... Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 900 stores and nearly 18,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings.
At Poundland & Dealz, we don’t just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers.
Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. Our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues make it all possible.
We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do and keep us on track. They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros. By living our behaviours every day, we’ve created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprises—a place where our people can truly be the best versions of themselves!
This role requires flexibility to work day or night shifts, as it covers any shift over 24 hours. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our transport logistics, contributing to Poundland’s overall success.
At Poundland, we believe in our core values: Care for our Colleagues, Love our Customer, and Protect the Pound/Euro. We are committed to creating a supportive and dynamic work environment where every team member can thrive. By joining us, you’ll be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.
We uphold three core behaviours that guide all our actions:
Love Our Customers: We strive to delight our customers, listening and responding to their needs because they are our priority.
Care for Our Colleagues: We support each other to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Protect Our Pounds/Euros: We are committed to cost-efficiency and value, ensuring every penny counts.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Your Impact and Responsibilities… As a Transport Clerk, you will play a crucial role in our Transport Office’s efficient and effective operation. Your responsibilities will include:
* Ensuring the efficient operation of the Transport Office.
* Keeping workstations clean and tidy.
* Communicating effectively with customers, depots, third parties, and colleagues.
* Monitoring vehicle tracking to ensure timely deliveries.
* Generating driver paperwork using our bespoke software.
* Briefing and de-briefing all drivers, ensuring all paperwork is completed correctly.
* Deputising for the Transport Shift Manager in their absence.
* Continually monitoring all collections and delivery vehicles.
* Completing all issue logs.
* Performing other duties as required by operational needs.
* Delivering on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) set at the commencement of employment.
Skills and Knowledge… The ideal candidate will possess:
* Attention to detail for accurate data entry.
* A full understanding of current UK Transport Legislation or a willingness to learn.
* A basic understanding and compliance with Transport Operators legislation.
* Excellent communication and customer service skills.
* IT literacy with basic knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Retail experience and knowledge of FMCG warehousing and distribution (training provided).
* Working knowledge of transport/driver hours and regulations (training provided).
* Experience using Tachomaster, traffic management, and vehicle tracking software (training provided).
If you are ready to make a significant impact and grow your career with a leading retail organisation, apply now to join our dedicated team at Poundland.
About us... Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 900 stores and nearly 18,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings.
At Poundland & Dealz, we don’t just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers.
Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. Our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues make it all possible.
We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do and keep us on track. They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros. By living our behaviours every day, we’ve created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprises—a place where our people can truly be the best versions of themselves!
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