Van Fleet Lead - Delivery & Team Coach

GSF Car Parts; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts distributor in the UK is seeking a Van Controller to manage the driver team and coordinate delivery runs. The successful candidate will have experience in motivating teams, excellent communication skills, and a driving license held for at least 3 years. This role requires ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining customer service standards while contributing to a supportive workplace culture. Benefits include performance bonuses, annual leave, and wellness resources.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

20 days annual leave plus additional

Free flu vaccine

Health & wellbeing tools

Life assurance scheme

Discounts from various retailers

Training qualifications and career progression

Qualifications

• Experience of motivating a diverse team.
• Customer focussed, driven to achieve and willing to go the extra mile.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to train and develop others.
• Must have held a driving licence for a minimum of 3 years.
• Geographical knowledge of area within a 40 mile radius.

Responsibilities

• Managing the driver team.
• Co-ordinate delivery runs and orders in the most cost effective way.
• Ensure vans deliver on time.
• Control and Coordinate branch fleet maintenance and servicing.
• Ensure delivery team meets customer service standards.

Skills

Team motivation

Customer focus

Communication skills

Training and development

Geographical knowledge

Job description

A leading automotive parts distributor in the UK is seeking a Van Controller to manage the driver team and coordinate delivery runs. The successful candidate will have experience in motivating teams, excellent communication skills, and a driving license held for at least 3 years. This role requires ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining customer service standards while contributing to a supportive workplace culture. Benefits include performance bonuses, annual leave, and wellness resources.