Transport Director jobs
Moving goods from one place to another is an important part of business in every sector - from manufacturing to construction, petrochemicals to retail and defence to medical.
That’s why the role of a Transport Director is so important. The person in this role is responsible for keeping goods and services on the move so orders can be completed quickly and delays - which could have a negative impact on the company’s bottom line - are prevented.
The Transport Director will plan and implement strategies, monitor results and take steps to correct any problems that might arise in regards to not meeting or exceeding established targets.
Depending on the situation, this could include reducing costs, finding ways to make efficiencies and ensuring adequate quality control checks are undertaken as appropriate.
The skills required
If you’re seeking a role as a Transport Director, you should have a demonstrable ability to manage a team and an understanding of supply chains and logistics operations. Knowledge of the relevant legislation is also beneficial.
An ability to communicate effectively is a must and you should feel comfortable presenting results and reports to clients and stakeholders, as well as explaining your needs to team members. In addition, organisation and record-keeping skills can be very useful.
You should be able to think analytically and be motivated to find ways to improve your department’s performance. What’s more, successful applicants must be able to deal with high-stress situations and make smart decisions quickly.
Transport Director Jobs in Cumberland
An administrative county from 1889 to 1974, Cumberland was situated on the border with western Scotland and is, today, part of Cumbria. The region is probably best known for its tasty sausages, but it also offers an array of choice for those seeking Transport Director vacancies.
Cumberland was first recorded in the Anglo Saxon Chronicle in the 10th century. It was also an important spot during the Roman period, as it marked the western end of Hadrian's Wall.
For much of the region's history, its economy has relied on agriculture, as well as other industries like mining for coal and iron ore. Stone quarrying has also been an important industry for the area - particularly during the Industrial Revolution.
Today, the Cumberland region is mainly characterised by charming villages and sweeping landscapes. The local economy is mainly based in retail, the service sector and tourism.
Some of the companies that are based in the Cumberland area, or which have important facilities in the region, include McVitie's, Carr's Flour Mills, Bendall's Engineering and Innovia Films, which manufactures a variety of plastic products from cellophane for packaging and plastic labels, through to the substrate used for the plastic banknotes found in Australia, New Zealand and Vietnam.
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Search for Transport Director opportunities with Cast UK
As leading recruitment consultants for professional level Transport and Warehousing jobs throughout the country, Cast UK endeavours to build long-term relationships with our clients, giving us the chance to understand them and the vacancies they are recruiting.
In addition, we get to know the personalities and objectives of each candidate. This attention to detail means that we are able to make excellent matches between applicants and employers, making placements that will work well for both parties and that typically last for a long time.
To find out more about how Cast UK can help you recruit a Transport Director for your business or find you a job as a Transport Director then contact one of our consultant team on 0333 121 3345.
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