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Hermes
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Castleford, West Yorkshire
1yr FTC Depot General Manager - Wakefield
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Job Description
As a business, Hermes is driven by our four values of Do the right thing, Dare to be different, Strive for more, Be Customer Obsessed. We run our business by these values and they are reflected in all of our roles. Hermes continues to grow as one of the leading parcel businesses in the UK. To support our 2020 growth agenda we have a great opportunity for a Depot General Manager to manage a new Depot that we are opening near Wakefield . The role will be accountable for 100+ heads, a multi-million £ operating budget and a transport function with a large fleet of commercial vehicles. This position is initially on a 1yr Fixed Term Contract but there is the potential for it to become a permanent position. You will be responsible for leading the team, operational management, financial control, compliance, safety all whilst driving a continuous improvement agenda that allows us to continually strive towards making Hermes a great place to work. In addition to your team, you'll be joining a team of 26 Logistics professionals who are responsible for managing our Depot network across the country. This position is ideal for someone who wants to make a difference and be responsible for positive change. Improved and more efficient ways of working are encouraged. This is a great time to be joining us, we've grown year on year and we have plans in place for future growth which give you the opportunity to grow with us. Our Depot Manager job is for someone who leads through their people, who can balance priorities, who is always looking for the next opportunity in all areas whether that be financial, operational improvement, team effectiveness, likes pace, and one who wants to join a network of likeminded individuals working towards one goal. Experience/Qualifications: * Management experience of leading and managing a team * Experience of managing operational budgets and targets * Must be able to work on own initiative in a pressurised environment to tight deadlines * PC Literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft office * An understanding of Transport regulations * Good communicator and able to liaise at all levels * Flexible approach to work to meet business requirements Responsibilities: * Manage a team of 4 Direct Reports and a team of up to 100 indirect reports providing leadership and direction for the shift * Ensure Depot meets client SLA's and budgetary targets * Ensure compliance with all site HSES rules and regulations * Manage individual project priorities, deadlines and deliverables Benefits: * Company Car or Car Allowance * 26 Days Holiday entitlement + Bank Holidays * Opt in benefits "To all recruitment agencies: Hermes does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Hermes employees or any other organisation location. Hermes is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes."