Logistics PM Shift Manager

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Logistics Shift Manager PM Shift - Wakefield Depot

£37,343k per annum plus excellent benefits package

5 days out of 7

2pm - 10pm

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Shift Manager within our Logistics Division; Wakefield. We are after someone who is proactive, motivated and passionate about their role, whilst offering excellent service and standards to our customers.

The key purpose of this role:

You will be responsible for the control of efficient and cost effective operations within the depot in order to provide a high quality service to the customer, whilst working within the constraints of company policy and relevant legal requirements

Who are we:

A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd is the 60th largest privately owned company in the UK. This forward-thinking family-owned business began life in 1917 as a counter-service grocery store and has grown into a company that directly operates 270 SPAR Stores and supplies a further 700 independent SPAR stores. We employ more than 7,500 people with a turnover in excess of £1 billion. As one of the largest convenience store retailers in the UK, we are always looking for innovative ways to create a point of difference.

Key Accountabilities:

• Maintain efficient and effective operations through effective team management, assisting with the achievement of set KPI's
• Ensure high standards of customer service throughout all areas of responsibility
• Control of goods receipt, replenishment, ferrying, customer order processing and despatch operations
• Control of stocktaking/checking/maintenance systems and procedures- includes results
• Control of all ancillary operations affecting the quality of service provision
• Staff recruitment, development, retention and performance, including the effective supervision of standard hour payment schemes
• Assisting with the achievement of continuous improvement objectives using tools and techniques that are available

Some Key Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required:-

• High degree of numeracy and literacy with 5x GCSE (A-C) / (4-8) - preferable
• Level 3 health and safety qualification (IOSH) and Level 3 food safety qualification - preferable
• Warehousing and transport experience preferred
• Communicates effectively at all levels
• Ability to provide leadership, direction and motivation to teams
• Ability to deal with conflict in an effective and professional manner

What's in it for you?

• Access to Company Pension scheme
• Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
• Cycle to work scheme
• Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
• Outstanding Training & Development opportunities
• Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay packages
• Flexible working hours opportunity
• Excellent additional benefits package including:
  1. Early access to your pay through 'EarlyPay'
  2. 24/7 access to your payslips via HR/Payroll portal
  3. 12.5% Staff discount on fresh items & 10% Staff Discount on ambient products in our SPAR stores (ex. Alcohol & Cigarettes)
  4. Wellbeing support - access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice
  5. Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme
  6. Extra Holiday - Purchase Scheme
  7. Long Service Awards

If you are a results-driven and community-oriented individual with a passion for Logistics, we invite you to apply for the position of Shift Manager. Join us in making a difference through exceptional service and a commitment to excellence.

Inclusive environment: As a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.