Warehouse Shift Manager

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Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Mon to Thurs 7:00 to 16:00, Fri 7:00 to 13:00
Location: BT3 9ED

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We are now looking for a Warehouse Shift Manager to take operational leadership and budget responsibility for managing a safe and efficient operation to help achieve operational standards and meet the agreed service level agreements.

If you're a proactive leader with a passion for logistics, we want you on our team!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Managing a safe operation and role model a Safety First Culture with all individuals in the operation by applying and improving the Safety Standards
• Ensure that Standard Operational Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions (WI) of operational processes are up to date, available at the relevant place for employees and that employees are working according to the standard established
• Act as the first point of contact for the customer relating to site operation matters and build a good relationship to develop trust and ensure strong engagement
• Understand the root causes of performance results and set actions with your direct reports and Operations Manager for improving the results
• Demonstrate an active leadership style, taking full responsibility for driving an engagement culture in your area of responsibility

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Minimum 3 years of operations experience managing a team
• Minimum 3 years of warehouse management experience in an aviation background.
• Ability to deploy and change resource allocations during the shift in response to the changing requirements
• Ability to deliver results under stress
• Problem-solving skills

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• We're happy to talk about flexible working
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 23rd March Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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