Transport Supervisor

Rexel Energy Solutions; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy distribution company in Glasgow seeks a Transport Supervisor to manage route planning and delivery operations. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in transport, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety policies, managing driver performance, and maintaining delivery records. This role offers a supportive environment that values diversity and collaboration among team members.

Benefits

Performance Related Bonus scheme

33 days annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or lead experience in a small transport or distribution operation.
• Experience with predominantly vans and familiarity with HGV operations.
• Understanding of drivers compliance.
• Strong communicator with leadership skills.
• Organized and calm under pressure.
• Good IT skills for job planning and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Manage efficient route planning of delivery vehicles.
• Monitor vehicle movements and adjust plans as needed.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and safety policies.
• Coach and support drivers, managing rotas and performance.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and liaise with customers.

Skills

Collaboration

Accountability

Customer Focus

Strong communication

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

IT skills

Job description

Overview

Transport Supervisor to join Rexel Glasgow Hub, working a Monday - Friday, 04:30 - 13:00 shift.

Rexel is a worldwide expert in distributing electric and energy-efficient products and services. Our goal is to provide smart electrical solutions that improve the comfort, safety and security of our customers’ homes, businesses, and industries.

Benefits

• Bonuses: Performance Related Bonus scheme
• Time Off: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, increasing over time)
• You can also buy and sell holiday each year
• Enhanced parental leave
• Support & Development: Extensive learning opportunities from day one
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance / Free virtual GP service, Healthy Mind Champions, and more
• Perks: Contributory pension scheme and life assurance, staff discounts, exclusive holiday offers, and financial support and education

Job Description

As a Transport Supervisor, you’ll take ownership of route planning, driver briefs, liaising with branches and other hubs, and coordinating with warehouse management and admin to support day-to-day work allocation to meet external and internal customer expectations.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage the efficient route planning of the delivery vehicles and ensure that stock is moved efficiently and safely.
• Monitor vehicle movements and progress, adjusting plans to manage delays or issues.
• Ensure safe, compliant operation of vehicles (licences, inspections, defect reporting).
• Manage compliance with all relevant procedures, such as freight transport legislation, Rexel commercial vehicle operating procedures, audit, security, environmental and health and safety policies.
• Lead, coach and support drivers — manage rotas, absences and performance.
• Maintain accurate records: deliveries, mileage, vehicle checks, fuel and paperwork.
• Liaise with warehouse/dispatch and customers to ensure correct loading and on-time delivery.
• Manage relationships with internal customers and third parties to determine their requirements and achieve service level agreements.
• Implement and promote safe working practices and compliance with transport regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement: help refine routes, loading processes and turnaround times.
• Ensure that warehouse and transport procedures and paperwork are compliant.
• Control and monitor costs, such as driver overtime, absence, and transport carrier costs.

Qualifications

At Rexel, we prioritise hiring individuals based on behaviours and potential. The behaviours that will set you up for success as a Transport colleague include:

• COLLABORATION: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to achieve shared objectives
• TAKES ACCOUNTABILITY: Taking action, overcoming obstacles, and meeting commitments
• CUSTOMER FOCUS: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions

What We Are Looking For…

• Previous supervisory or lead experience in a small transport or distribution operation (despatch/transport).
• Comfortable working with predominantly vans and at least exposure to HGV operations.
• A level of understanding of drivers compliance.
• Strong communicator with practical leadership skills — able to manage a small, busy team.
• Organised, calm under pressure and able to prioritise competing demands.
• Good IT skills for job planning and basic record keeping (experience with transport management systems is a plus).

Additional Information

At Rexel UK, we’re all about welcoming people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives because we know that diversity drives fresh ideas and great results. By coming together as one team, we’re building a high-performance culture that not only drives success but also creates real value for our customers and communities. Creating an environment where individuality is celebrated and creativity flourishes, we’re making sure everyone feels supported and confident to be their best.