Depot Operations Manager - Lead, Optimize & Grow

DPD UK; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday trading

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance 4x salary

Health kiosks

On-site parking

Retail discounts

Job summary

DPD UK is recruiting an experienced Operations Manager to join our Depot management team. You will oversee smooth operation, drive outstanding service, and meet objectives around cost, safety, security, productivity and transport.

You’ll also be accountable for recruitment, development and retention of staff, ensuring compliance and employee relations processes are followed, and you’ll manage P&L with proactive planning and reporting.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in logistics, warehouse or distribution environments.
• Ability to run a fast-paced operation with high-performing teams.
• Experience monitoring performance and using data to drive improvements.
• Strong communication skills with influence on strategy.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment, development and retention of staff with compliance and ER processes.
• Managing P&L through planning and reporting.
• Improve overall support to the operation with innovative ways of working.

Skills

Logistics experience

People management

Data analysis

Communication

Change management

Driving licence

Job description

DPD UK is recruiting an experienced Operations Manager to join our Depot management team. You will oversee smooth operation, drive outstanding service, and meet objectives around cost, safety, security, productivity and transport.

You’ll also be accountable for recruitment, development and retention of staff, ensuring compliance and employee relations processes are followed, and you’ll manage P&L with proactive planning and reporting.