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Shift Manager
Culina Group
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Source date: 10/14/2026
About this role
Company Description Who are Culina? Culina is the UK’s leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation’s best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We're proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day. We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Contract Logistics division – through flexible warehousing, transport and fulfilment solutions, we simplify complexity, drive continuous improvement and create exceptional experiences for customers. Delivering certainty. Creating value. Enabling growth. Job Description Life in this role As part of our, Contract Logistics division, we have an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Shift Manager. Responsible for the 24/7 Transport operations, managing the Transport Supervisors and supporting the Transport Manager in ensuring that costs are controlled in line with budget / forecast expectations. Working hours: 40 hours per week Monday - Friday (nights) with shifts 22:00 - 06:00 KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES * Manage the Depot Transport staff to execute Traffic plans to enable delivery of products to customers within agreed service levels * Reduce non contract maintenance and damage spends through the use of vehicle passports, monitoring of defects being raised. * Ensure that all available fleet is on the road and declared to enable the Planning Team to plan the resource * Manage the resourcing for the site through effective planning of both core drivers and shift patterns through to daily and weekly resourcing of agency drivers * Manage holiday allocations of drivers ensuring there is enough resource to meet with customer requirements * Motivate and develop the team through engagement, training and personal development plans * Ensure all staff are fully trained and have the correct equipment * Manage any incidents and accidents and follow the process through investigations and the EOA system * Be responsible for Kronos monitoring and approving drivers clocking on and off shift * Ensure that the Transport team and drivers comply with all relevant regulations and site procedures * Ensure annual MOTs and service intervals on all fleet equipment are carried out on time and the relevant paperwork is obtained * Attend Monthly Customer review meetings in the absence of the Transport Manager * Support implementation of service improvements in conjunction with customers and other areas of the business * Generate and implement ideas with regards to staff and operational changes, which will help drive continuous improvement * Ensure a secure and safe environment for staff, both in your department and across the wider business * Manage and carry out monthly site audit ensuring that all processes are being followed in line with Culina Group policy Qualifications What you’ll need... Experience, Behavioural & Technical Skills * Previous supervisory experience within a busy transport environment * Good commercial knowledge of transport operations including experience of operating in a closed book, shared user environment * Previous supervisory experience within a busy transport environment * Planning and organising skills with a high level of numeracy * Excellent negotiating skills with the ability to influence and steer * Leadership and motivational qualities and proven experience of building a team * An effective communicator at all levels, good verbal and written skills * Personal motivation and confidence resulting in a positive impact * Genuine team player, a firm and confident manager who is skilled at setting clear objectives and motivating their team * Highly tolerant of change – able to work within an evolving organisation * Ability to challenge the status quo and drive changes in the business * Able to thrive in a highly competitive and demanding environment * Commercially focused, consumer orientated and customer service driven * Problem solving in a pressurised environment * National and International CPC qualification – desirable * Attend Culina group training courses to gain knowledge and experience Additional Information What is in it for you? If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, develop your career, and be part of a team that works as one to achieve great results, we'd love to hear from you. * Company Bonus - we achieve more when we work together, that’s why we celebrate our shared success through our bonus scheme. * Private Medical Cover - enjoy peace of mind with access to Bupa's healthcare services. * Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme - our salary sacrifice scheme offers a cost-effective way to drive an electric vehicle, with payments taken directly from your salary. Eligibility and salary thresholds apply. * Wellbeing Support – your wellbeing matters to us. Through our Employee Assistance Programme, you'll have 24/7 access to confidential counselling and legal support, whenever you need it. * Eye Care Vouchers – free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses. * Reward & Recognition – we love celebrating great work, we recognise those who go above and beyond. * Everyday Discounts – our benefits platform gives you access to discounts from over 50 leading retailers, helping your money go further every day.