Driver Team Manager

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today! What you will be doing Employer: Alliance HealthcareLocation: New Addington, Croydon Service CentreDays of Work: Monday - Friday and rota Saturdays ,Hours of work: 05:30 - 14:30, 09:30 - 18:30Lets talk a little bit about what you can expect We currently have an opportunity to join our face-paced pharmaceutical supply chain and be a key player in serving millions of patients across the UK and shaping our company culture.We're seeking a Driver Team Manager to support our Fleet and Transport team at our Service Centre in New Addington, Croydon .Key responsibilities include Ensure that reported vehicle defects are rectified promptly
Monitor and manage drivers’ performance, ensuring compliance to procedures as detailed in the drivers duties booklet
Ensure that vehicle security disciplines are maintained
Enforce driver compliance with the strict controls around van condition and preventative maintenance
Ensure vehicle and driver presentation conforms to company requirement to promote the brand
Monitor that drivers adhere to the route delivery sequences and record actual start and finish times for each route.
Report vehicle defects and maintenance requirements to ensure roadworthiness and promote driver safety
Ensure delivery bins and returns are collected from customer premises and promptly returned to the Service Centre according to company guidelines
Maintain a driver training program to increase drivers’ skills, competencies and route knowledge to achieve maximum flexibility for sickness and holiday cover and promote the brand.
The management and relevant communication of driver delivery failures to minimise the disruption to customer service.
Prompt and effective reaction to breakdowns and accidents.
Compliance to DTP contractual requirements through the achievement of specific KPIs
Ensure all customer deliveries are effected in the prescribed manner Investigate customer services issues and provide prompt feedback
Ensure the department meet all H&S requirements and Direct Reports are aware of their responsibilities.
Ensure compliance to GDP procedures Provide effective leadership and motivation through regular team
briefings/debriefings
Take appropriate steps to maintain IIP accreditation, agreeing clear objectives for direct reports and monitoring performance through annual appraisal process as per company guidelines.
What your background should look like
Skills and Experience Previous experience within a similar transport management role
Ability to provide solutions and adapt to changing conditions on a daily basis
Positive Communication Skills
What Cencora offers All team members globally are provided with basic life insurance, personal accident insurance, business travel accident insurance, and EAP resources at no cost. Additional country-specific benefits such as healthcare, sick leave, death and disability, retirement, as well as perks and allowances may be provided. Details of programs vary by location. Schedule Full time
Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!
What you will be doing
Employer: Alliance HealthcareLocation: New Addington, Croydon Service CentreSalary: £34,000 - £36,00Hours per week: 39Days of Work: Monday - Friday and rota Saturdays ,Hours of work: 05:30 - 14:30, 09:30 - 18:30Lets talk a little bit about what you can expect We currently have an opportunity to join our face-paced pharmaceutical supply chain and be a key player in serving millions of patients across the UK and shaping our company culture.We're seeking a Driver Team Manager to support our Fleet and Transport team at our Service Centre in New Addington, Croydon .Key responsibilities include Ensure that reported vehicle defects are rectified promptly
Monitor and manage drivers’ performance, ensuring compliance to procedures as detailed in the drivers duties booklet
Ensure that vehicle security disciplines are maintained
Enforce driver compliance with the strict controls around van condition and preventative maintenance
Ensure vehicle and driver presentation conforms to company requirement to promote the brand
Monitor that drivers adhere to the route delivery sequences and record actual start and finish times for each route.
Report vehicle defects and maintenance requirements to ensure roadworthiness and promote driver safety
Ensure delivery bins and returns are collected from customer premises and promptly returned to the Service Centre according to company guidelines
Maintain a driver training program to increase drivers’ skills, competencies and route knowledge to achieve maximum flexibility for sickness and holiday cover and promote the brand.
The management and relevant communication of driver delivery failures to minimise the disruption to customer service.
Prompt and effective reaction to breakdowns and accidents.
Compliance to DTP contractual requirements through the achievement of specific KPIs
Ensure all customer deliveries are effected in the prescribed manner Investigate customer services issues and provide prompt feedback
Ensure the department meet all H&S requirements and Direct Reports are aware of their responsibilities.
Ensure compliance to GDP procedures Provide effective leadership and motivation through regular team
briefings/debriefings
Take appropriate steps to maintain IIP accreditation, agreeing clear objectives for direct reports and monitoring performance through annual appraisal process as per company guidelines.
What your background should look like
Skills and Experience Previous experience within a similar transport management role
Leadership skills
Ability to provide solutions and adapt to changing conditions on a daily basis
Can do attitude
Excellent IT Skills
Positive Communication Skills
Attention to detail
What Cencora offers All team members globally are provided with basic life insurance, personal accident insurance, business travel accident insurance, and EAP resources at no cost. Additional country-specific benefits such as healthcare, sick leave, death and disability, retirement, as well as perks and allowances may be provided. Details of programs vary by location. Schedule Full time Affiliated Companies Affiliated Companies: Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited Equal Employment Opportunity Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email
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