Pallet network manager

Pallet Network Manager We are hiring a Pallet Network Manager to oversee our operations and ensure seamless freight handling through X-Dock. Join our team and take charge of: Operations: * Supervising daily loading and dispatch of outbound freight. * Providing clear direction to staff for inbound stock shipping to the HUB rsquo;s Fleet: * Ensuring roadworthiness of all vehicles and addressing defects promptly. * Following PMI/MOT schedules and supporting the VMU with equipment needs. Systems: * Utilizing internal systems (ESP, Contrado, Samsara) to monitor driver progress and meet service levels consistently. Administration: * Collaborating with Planners to ensure correct rates and costs for all jobs. * Managing Contrado/ESP on a job-by-job basis , communicating with drivers to ensure jobs are closed and delivery requirements are met. Reports: * Developing and producing daily reports on loading times and driver departures via Tacho master, to reduce downtime and ensure driver compliance. Commercial and Financial: * Assist Planning/ Admin team in making correct commercial decisions through daily plan analysis. Looking for opportunities to improve volumes and overall plan. * Monitoring costings and quotes to maintain profitability and avoid credit issues. Profitability * Work with internal stakeholder to ensure daily Transport plan is profitable, achievable and accurate around volumes, pallet counts and weights. Customers and KPIs: * Communicating with customers daily and monitoring KPI status to ensure we are achieving our OTIF without exception. Support and Staff Management: * Covering for the General Manager and managing staff attendance, utilisation of the resource available in the appropriate areas to support all shifts, raising PO rsquo;s, arranging FLT repairs, cost management, staff recruitment, disciplinary actions to dismissal and training. Requirements: * Strong operational, planning, and network experience. * Attention to detail and ability to manage fleet maintenance. * Proficiency in staff management, recruitment, and disciplinary procedures. * PC literacy and experience in a fast-paced freight environment. * Fast learner with good transport knowledge Work Hours 09:00-18:00