We are currently looking for a Delivery Supervisor to join Sovini Trade Supplies at The Sovini Group.

Fully committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion; we promote a positive culture of valuing and celebrating diversity and accepting and including people regardless of their personal characteristics or circumstances. Whoever you are, you can expect to be treated fairly, with respect and free from discrimination. Inclusivity matters – We recognise candidates may have diverse needs, and we will always look to support this throughout the process.

If you have got the talent, the potential, the drive and determination there is a place for you at The Sovini Group.

This position is a permanent opportunity.

As a Delivery Supervisor, you will be expected to:

• IOSH or equivalent, Full CPC National Road Haulage, HGV 2 (inc Driver CPC), ADR awareness, Computer skills (MS, Excel, Word), experience of Lean Processing.
• Strong financial/operational skills with track record of route planning productivity and service level improvements
• The ability to create, develop and promote a culture within the business that focuses on business efficiency and compliance with company policies and objectives.
• Understanding of the needs to operate in a compliant manner whilst at the same time competing in a challenging environment
• High level of collaboration skills, regularly liaising with key stakeholders in other departments of the business, including other branches of Sovini Trade Supplies to ensure smooth operations and overcoming collective challenges, to exceed customers’ expectations and uphold the company’s high customer reputation.
• The ability to ensure that the performance of Delivery Team is effectively operating, ensuring any underperformance is managed and excellence is recognised.
• Able to communicate effectively (verbal, written, digital), chair meetings and present to team and management. Use of active listening and provision of constructive feedback
• Experience in dealing with contingency processes for absence, unforeseen circumstances and vehicle breakdowns.
• Understanding of the importance in the team meeting appraisal targets/audit’s and support the delivery and achievement of overall business objectives.
• Able to build a high-performing team by supporting and developing individuals and motivating them to achieve. Able to set operational and personal goals and objectives and monitor progress, providing clear guidance and feedback.
• Commit to equality and diversity and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken.
• Adhere with the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions.