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Senior Compliance Manager

To plan the daily routes schedules for both Ambient and CFF ,which will require an excellent geographical knowledge of UK/Ireland and should have at least 2 years’ experience in a busy planning office.

Important Information
Location: Newry Site, Savage & Whitten Wholesale Ltd, Unit 1A, Carnbane Business Park, Newry, Northern Ireland, Co. Down, BT35 6QH
Date Posted: 13th October 2021
Closing Date: 21st October 2021
Industry: Wholesale
Job Type: Full time
Salary: Based on Experience

About the role

With responsibility for the Companies Operator Licences, the Senior Compliance Manager will operate alongside the Transport Manager in leading the department to deliver a high level of efficiency, legal compliance, and sector leading customer service. Supporting to deliver transport efficiencies and reducing our environmental impact.

As the Senior Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for the compliant and efficient management of the Company’s transport operation and the continued development and improvement of driver standards. You will be required to be a CPC holder and will be supported by several other CPC holders and a small administration team.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has held the position of Compliance Manager running a fleet of 60 plus vehicles
  • Has strong experience in managing the compliance and health & safety aspects of running a large fleet
  • Has worked in a business with over 100 employees.
  • Is a confident, methodical, clear thinker and who can prioritize and make well thought out decisions.
  • Has excellent communication, organisational and time management skills.
  • A real ‘People Person’ that communicates well and has a ‘can do’ attitude.
  • Is able to build relationships and work well with our Management Team.
  • Is able to drive a culture of excellence.
  • Is used to providing reports and KPI’s to the Leadership team on a regular basis.
  • Is capable of preparing reports for Leadership meetings.

What you will need

Required criteria

  • Educated to A Level or equivalent with minimum Grade C achieved in GCSE Math’s and English
  • At least 3 years minimum experience in Transport Management
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in using Microsoft Packages
  • Working knowledge of H&S best practice and legislation
  • Working knowledge of Food Safety best practice and legislation, including HACCP plans
  • Working Knowledge of the EU WTD and Drivers hours

Desired criteria

  • Educated to HND or Degree level or equivalent
  • International CPC
  • Ideally experience to have been gained in FMCG
  • Working knowledge of in-house bespoke Warehouse Management Systems
  • Knowledge of Telematics/Tracking systems

Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity

Compliance

Compliance

Procurement Management

Procurement Management

Task Planning

Task Planning

S&W Wholesale

A Whole Lot More!
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Based conveniently in Newry, S&W has a unique access point to key markets in NI and ROI. Their history dates back to 1916 with Newry Cash & Carry, before merging with J&E Whitten in 2000 to become Savage and Whitten (S&W) as they are known today. Today, S&W is a top 100 NI business and one of the largest independent wholesalers on the island of Ireland, servicing over 2,000 customers. The growth of their business is down to the ability to service both independent and symbol retailers, as well as the growth of the symbol brands it owns and operates.

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Going above and beyond for customers is the key factor in what has made S&W successful and a key part of how the business plans to offer 'A Whole Lot More' going forward as it introduces a new look and feel for the business. Summing up the refreshed brand direction. Managing Director, Michael Skelton: "For us, A Whole Lot More is what we promise our customers. It's what we offer and the service that underpins that - we believe it's important to offer the product but just as important is the service, so our customers can easily order what they need and know they'll get it from us when they need it."

Our benefits

Everyone at S&W is encouraged to bring their best selves to work, and given the resources and opportunity to realise their own personal success. We offer our employees #awholelotmoresupport, to ensure you develop and grow with us.

Health insurance

Vacation, Paid time off

Paid sick days

Retirement plan and/or pension

Office perks

Employee development programs

Employee discounts

Gym membership or wellness programs

Casual dress

Free parking

Competitive salary

Life insurance

Free parking or Discounted parking

Employee Assistance Scheme

Perks Card

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Senior Compliance Manager

A Whole Lot More!