Transport & Distribution Manager - Fixed Term Contract

The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 350 people. Role Overview EZ Living Furniture requires a Transport & Distribution Manager on a 3-6 month fixed term contract. As the Transport Manager, you will be the heartbeat of our distribution network. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring our high-quality furniture reaches our customers safely, efficiently, and on time. You will oversee a dedicated team of drivers, manage a modern fleet, and serve as the critical link between our warehouse operations and customer service teams.

A primary pillar of this role is uncompromising compliance . You will be the designated lead for RSA standards and Health & Safety, ensuring our fleet and our people operate at the highest levels of professional excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Fleet & Compliance Management
• RSA Adherence: Ensure 100% compliance with Road Safety Authority (RSA) regulations, including tachograph analysis, driver hours, and licensing.
• Maintenance: Schedule and oversee all fleet servicing, CVRT testing, and preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Record Keeping: Maintain meticulous digital and physical records for all vehicles and drivers, ensuring "audit-ready" status at all times.
• Operational Leadership & Routing
• Team Management: Direct leadership of the driving team, including performance reviews, shift patterns, and daily briefings.
• Route Optimization: Oversee the daily routing process to maximize fuel efficiency and ensure realistic delivery windows for our furniture products.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify bottlenecks in the distribution chain and implement lean solutions to improve delivery speed and quality.
• Cost management- Delivery cost efficiencies in fuel, fleet servicing, fleet purchase and routing logic while exceeding customer expectations.
• Health, Safety & Training
• Safety Standards: Conduct regular Health & Safety checks, risk assessments, and vehicle inspections.
• Driver Development: Lead all driver training initiatives, including manual handling (essential for furniture), load securing, and safe driving practices.
• Incident Management: Lead investigations into any transport-related accidents or "near-misses," implementing corrective actions immediately.
• Cross-Functional Communication
• Stakeholder Updates: Provide real-time updates to the Distribution Support Admin and Customer Service teams regarding delays, vehicle issues, or delivery successes.
• Customer Interaction: Act as the escalation point for complex delivery issues, ensuring a professional and empathetic approach to customer concerns.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: 3-5 years of proven experience in Transport Supervision or Management (Required).
• Education: Relevant qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Transport Management. A valid Transport Management CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) is essential. A C Licence.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of RSA compliance, tachograph regulations, and transport law.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in transport management software and routing tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage diverse personalities.
• High level of physical awareness regarding the handling of bulky/heavy goods (furniture)
• Mentoring and training expertise in a distribution and transport Environment.

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail: You don't just "check boxes"-you ensure the integrity of every record.
• Resilience: You stay calm under the pressure of tight delivery windows and logistical pivots.
• Communication: You can translate complex transport data into clear updates for non-logistical departments.

WHY JOIN US

• Up to 23 days holidays
• Fun, fast paced & high energy work environment
• Culture of developing and promoting from within the company
• Our Generous staff discounts
• Our pension Scheme
• Our Bonus Scheme
• Our Educational Support Scheme
• Company Discount card offering discounts
• Our free Employee Assistance Programme
• Our wellbeing initiatives like our Bike to work scheme
• Career Development Opportunities
• Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources
• In compliance with the EU Pay Transparency Directive, the salary range for this role will be shared with all candidates invited to the interview stage**