Delivery Logistics Coordinator (Hiring Immediately)

ZipRecruiter; Crediton; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Night Manager to oversee the night shift operations at their depot. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely newspaper and magazine deliveries, managing staff, and maintaining health and safety standards. The role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including a health cash plan and a matched pension scheme.

Benefits

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

5% matched pension

25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme

Access to 24/7 e-learning, training, and development

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Colleague Assistance and Referral Programmes

Qualifications

• Successful track record in warehouse management.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Planning and executing night operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage night shift operations ensuring delivery accuracy.
• Supervise staff and provide training and coaching.
• Collaborate with management on operational risks.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Relationship-building

Proactivity

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description: Night Manager

Night Shift - Tuesday to Saturday 02:00 – 10:00

£40,000 Per annum

About the role:

Joining us as a Depot Manager, you’ll manage the night shift operation in the depot, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of newspapers and magazines to our retailers.

This role in our management team involves:

• Supervising staff, providing training and coaching, and identifying training needs
• Providing accurate reports on challenges and successes
• Collaborating with management to identify risks
• Maintaining health and safety standards
• Ensuring compliance with legislation and company policies
• Managing an annual budget and forecasts

What we offer:

In addition to free onsite parking and a competitive salary, benefits include:

• Company-funded Health Cash Plan covering healthcare costs
• 5% matched pension
• 25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme
• Access to 24/7 e-learning, training, and development
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Cash Plan
• Colleague Assistance and Referral Programmes

About You:

You should have a successful track record in warehouse management, with the ability to demonstrate:

• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• Managing large operations and liaising across levels
• Strong communication skills and relationship-building ability
• Experience planning and executing night operations, handling issues as they arise
• Tenacity and a proactive approach to meeting targets and delivering excellent client service
• Proficiency with MS Office and IT systems
• Business acumen and financial awareness

Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

About Us:

Smiths News is the UK’s largest news wholesaler, serving 22,400 retailers daily from 33 distribution centers. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.