Transport Clerk at Sysco

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Sysco Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, Logistics, DistributionIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience within the Food distribution industry is advantageous
  • Competent in the use of IT systems including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
  • Strong knowledge of the Department of Transport regulations (Tachograph legislation, Work Time Directive etc.) and HACCP guidelines
  • Proven ability to collaborate and motivate a team to deliver the highest standards of service
  • Attention to detail and accuracy with ability to make independent judgements
  • Team player, strong personality and effective communication skills to explain and enforce proper Policies and procedures
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
  • The ability to analyse and resolve problems effectively and efficiently
  • Core Competencies: Understanding Your Customers – acts as a role model in personal approach to internal and external customer goals. Takes time to understand the underlying needs of the stakeholders beyond those initially expressed
  • Flexibility & Adaptability – Demonstrates understanding of how change impacts people. Anticipates resistance to change and works to support effective change initiatives
  • Building Effective Relationships – Is a role model for maintaining constructive and effective relationships with others across departments and other boundaries. Demonstrates effective communication techniques and skills and is seen as a team player
  • Communication & Listening – Exceptional communication skills – writes and speaks clearly in a variety of communication settings and style. Successfully delivers messages to all levels of the business and stakeholders achieving the desired effect

Responsibilities

  • Liaising across sales, transport, and operation departments on a regular basis
  • Ensuring completion of depot specific administrative duties in link with process and compliance
  • Ensures efficient dispatch of all routes and products to customers on a daily basis
  • Co-ordination of depot activities ensuring the smooth running of depot
  • Ensuring delivery procedures and policies are adhered to at all times
  • Collect all paperwork from drivers and make sure invoices have been separated, signed on all pages and any returns signed and deliver to relevant areas at end of shift
  • Update records of driver paperwork errors
  • Manage incoming and outgoing goods as well as backhaul collections and ensure they are adhered to on a daily basis
  • Collaborate with Operations Supervision and Management and communicate any concerns in a timely manner
  • Coaching and motivating members of the delivery team
  • Analysing the performance of drivers by accompanying them on their routes
  • Ensuring equipment breakdown and repairs are minimised and reported
  • Ensuring that company vehicles are properly maintained, cleaned and safely operated to reduce accidents and enhance the company brand
  • Ensuring the premises are maintained to the highest standards
  • Ensuring Security and Health & Safety Procedures are adhered to at all times

Skills

Route Dispatch
Depot Coordination
Driver Paperwork
Compliance Adherence
Performance Analysis
Team Coaching
Logistics Management
Administrative Processing
Backhaul Collections
Equipment Reporting

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

Land your dream remote job 3x faster with AI