Van Driver

Company

Korea Foods Company is the leader in the supply of Korean food in the UK. A family-run business, established in 1999, Korea Foods Company has around 300 employees working within its Head Office, Logistics Centres, and Retail Stores.

We import from key brands in Korea, and distribute to the Asian community, focusing on East Asian consumers. We have also seen substantial growth within the supermarket multiples, securing significant listings with Tesco, Morrisons, Asda, and Costco.

We also operate our own retail store network, currently with 11 stores within the estate, with more opening in 2023, operating some of our own production within stores.

The company is an incredibly dynamic place to work, with ambiguity and transparency that is often associated with family-run businesses. It is, also, whilst not for the faint-hearted, a rewarding workplace where personal achievements are recognised due to the relatively flat management structure.

The company is now seeking to export UK and European food and beverage products to other foreign markets, specifically South Korea. As such we are setting up an export department to manage the supply chain between the UK and Korea.

Duties and Key Responsibilities

· Carrying out Walk-Around Checks (including Tyres) on taking over any vehicles and on returning vehicle (each 15 minutes);

· Making sure all goods are loaded safely and that the correct quantity is loaded onto your vehicle – checking this against the pick notes;

· Follow scheduled delivery routes, driving safely and responsibly;

· Follow the delivery instructions on the invoice and the procedure strictly. Any doubt about this matter, please contact managers and make sure the payment received before releasing the goods;

· Ensure that you have the correct invoice for the deliveries and all paperwork is completed as required, all payments are collected as requested and entered the COD sheet;

· · Keeping the customer and Transport Manager up to date by phoning ahead if you’re running late or any incidents;

· Providing outstanding customer service and being friendly and helpful from the moment you arrive the company;

· Keeping the vehicle clean and presentable;

· Working in the Warehouse as required, picking products and fulfilling orders;

· Any other reasonable Management requests.

Person Specification

· Excellent communication skills for a demanding & customer focused working environment.

· Excellent personal organisation and business administration skills.

· Possess the ability to work productively, efficiently & effectively with initiative and drive under tight timescales whilst maintaining attention to quality & detail.

· Possess the willingness to learn, improve and adapt.

Key benefits we offer include, but are not limited to:

· Overnight allowance of £75 per night for delivering into Midlands, Scotland, France and Germany. Drivers are allocated these routes based on a roster system;

· Holiday starting at 20 days plus a personal day rising to 21 days after 5 years (plus Bank holidays)
· Pension scheme: 3% contributed by the company
· Annual pay review
· 5% discount Company's retail stores: Seoul Plaza and Cash & Carry
· Paid day off on your birthday

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,000.00-£26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Employee discount
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Malden KT3 4PH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• London delivery: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person