Distribution Centre Manager - Bicester

DPDgroup; Bicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Bicester is seeking a Distribution Centre Manager to oversee site management. The role requires a strong leader to achieve health and safety and productivity objectives while managing a large team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate should have a background in logistics, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to make effective decisions under pressure. The position includes competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Company car or cash allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity packages

Health Kiosks at locations

Discounted shopping

Free life assurance

Milestone Days off

Qualifications

• Experience running large, fast-paced, 24/7 operations with daily throughput of 25,000+.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Ability to lead and influence teams and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the depot.
• Achieve objectives in health & safety, security, productivity, and cost.
• Deliver outstanding service to customers.

Skills

Logistics experience

Communication skills

Decisive decision-making

Team building

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Job description

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DPDgroup

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Bicester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

01.08.2025

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Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an outstanding Distribution Centre Manager to join and strengthen our highly experienced senior management team. As a Distribution Centre Manager, you will have the autonomy and responsibility for the day-to-day site management of your depot.

Additionally, you’ll also have accountability for:

• Achieving all Depot objectives in terms of Health & Safety, security, productivity, transport, and cost
• Delivering outstanding service to our customers with a team driven to be the best they can be
• Providing the safest and healthiest environment in which your teams work
• Encouraging a competitive environment with clearly set productivity and service level targets for your teams
• Managing the Depot through P&L through effective planning and reporting

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• You’ll know the logistics or distribution industry and have experience of running large, fast-paced, 24/7 operations with responsibility for a daily throughput of 25,000+ and a workforce in excess of employees.
• You will be a confident communicator/presenter with the skills to lead and manage teams as well as influence strategy and liaise with our Directors
• A person capable of decisive and effective decision-making, in a time-pressured environment
• A passion for building and motivating high-performing teams
• Someone that really enjoys resolving problems and demonstrates high levels of resilience, self-motivation, and flexibility.
• Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work, and Accountability.
• Our depots operate days a year, therefore you will be required to cover any 5 shifts, which could include weekend working.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

Additional Information

Remuneration and Benefits:

Alongside a competitive salary plus a bonus scheme based on company and personal performance, company car or generous cash allowance, and Private Medical Insurance; we recognize that our people are at the heart of our business. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…

• Holiday trading
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
• Free life assurance of 4x salary on joining the pension scheme
• Health Kiosks visiting every location
• Vitality at Work
• Free On Site Parking
• Discounted shopping from thousands of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
• Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
• For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job, we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses