Distribution Manager - Tallaght

The company: Elis is an international textile, hygiene & facilities services business, operating in 29 countries across the globe, delivering a complete textile rental and laundry service. We offer everything from workwear to mats, mops, bed and bath linen, hygiene supplies and pest control services. With plants and distribution hubs across Ireland, Elis offers an unrivalled level of nationwide service with accredited systems and a commitment to the highest infection control standards. Our, 1400+ workforce, proudly support over 10,000 Irish businesses, delivering quality products and services. Our circular services help clients stay focused on their core business while allowing them to reduce their environmental footprint. The Role: The Distribution Manager will deliver service excellence through an efficient and cost-effective distribution department. The Distribution Manager will ensure that customer service meets agreed plans and remain complaint with legal and company policies.   Key Responsibilities:        To oversee distribution department and to ensure that distribution systems are being used        To effectively manage and review delivery routes and drivers within the department        Responsible for P&L and managing the costs within the department including personnel, vehicle rental, third party, fuel and other costs        Responsible for keeping up to date on all legal compliance regarding personnel and fleet (CPC, Tachographs, Personal Protective Equipment, Uniforms)        To ensure that the fleet satisfies the requirements for maintenance, vehicle inspection, order, etc. follow established guidelines        To ensure distribution is executed within legal requirements and in line with the RSA (loading factors, driving hours etc.)        Ensure optimal cooperation between the distribution department and service and production department for optimal customer service        Ensure that the department's environmental and safety requirements of both employee and employer under the company set guidelines and compliance of applicable laws        Ensure that company health and safety policies are upheld within the department        To ensure that all routes are fully staffed and loaded        Manage the time and attendance/ wages system for distribution        Identify training requirements and ensuring all compliance training is up to date        Identify any recruitments needs and liaise with the HR Department        Managing any investigation or disciplinary issues alongside the HR department        Effectively manage the yard and dispatch area, and delegate tasks to the dispatch supervisor        Ensuring effective stock control       Skills and Experience:        3 years experience as a logistics manager or deputy logistics manager        Experience of managing a team        Good written, verbal and organisational skills.        Ability to listen to and influence peer group and department team members to build and lead effective working teams.        Good attention to detail and the ability to analyse data and interpret the information effectively to continuously improve the department and/or team.        Ability to organise self and others to ensure tasks are carried out in a timely manner.