Deputy Warehouse Shift Manager

TN United Kingdom; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Deputy Warehouse Shift Manager to lead a dynamic team at their Ashford depot. This role is crucial for driving productivity, meeting KPIs, and ensuring customer satisfaction. If you have management experience in distribution or logistics and a passion for team support, this position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for ongoing development. Join a company committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Life Cover

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eye Care

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license is required.
• Experience in managing teams in a distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate the team to meet customer deadlines.
• Conduct inductions and train staff for effective duties.

Skills

People Management

Customer-Centric Decision-Making

Health & Safety Knowledge

Productivity Improvement

Education

Management Experience

Relevant Experience in Distribution or Logistics

Job description

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Job Opportunity: Deputy Warehouse Shift Manager

Menzies Distribution is seeking an experienced Deputy Warehouse Shift Manager to join our team at Ashford depot. You will work on behalf of Menzies Distribution Limited and its clients, utilizing your people management skills to drive business success, manage costs, meet KPIs, and support growth. Your enthusiasm for team support and customer-centric decision-making are key to your success.

At Menzies Distribution, our extensive national network delivers parcels in the business-to-business markets, including major UK high street and online brands, specializing in retail, office, education, and light industrial sectors.

Job Details:

• Role: Deputy Warehouse Shift Manager
• Location: Orbital Park, Willesborough, Ashford TN24 0GA
• Shift Pattern: Monday 00:00 – 07:00, Thursday 22:00 – 06:30, Friday 22:00 – 07:00, Saturday 00:00 – 10:00, Sunday 00:00 – 10:00
• Hours: 42 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and motivate the team to meet customer deadlines and improve productivity.
• Maintain quality standards.
• Achieve labeling, sortation, and warehouse productivity targets.
• Provide handover reports to the incoming Shift Manager.
• Conduct inductions for new staff.
• Train staff and contractors to ensure effective, efficient, and safe duties.
• Ensure all staff complete necessary Health & Safety training.

Requirements:

• Hold a full UK driving license.
• Management experience.
• Relevant experience in Distribution or Logistics.
• Hardworking, positive, and flexible attitude.
• Knowledge of H&S legislation.

Benefits:

Alongside a competitive salary, annual pay reviews, excellent pension, and company benefits, we offer ongoing development and learning programs, services, and support to help balance work and life.

• Pension Scheme
• Life Cover
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye Care

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

Menzies Distribution is dedicated to fostering a fair and inclusive environment where employees feel safe, proud, and valued. We promote fair treatment, diversity, and equal opportunities across all areas of our workforce. We are open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate, reflecting our commitment to an inclusive culture that empowers everyone to reach their full potential.