Transport Shift Manager

DHL Supply Chain; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading supply chain business as a Transport Shift Manager in London. You'll coordinate logistics, manage shipping requirements, and ensure compliance with legislation. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in logistics and supply chain management, alongside excellent organizational skills. Enjoy competitive pay and a range of benefits, including free parking and 24/7 GP services.

Benefits

Free Parking

Free 24/7 GP Service

Discounts (Retail, Childcare, Gym)

Affordable Loans

Enhanced Pension Scheme

24/7 Employee Support

Qualifications

• Practical experience as a Transport Manager within a logistics environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping requirements for distribution routes and maintain performance reports.
• Track and trace shipping orders using digital tracking software.
• Monitor recruitment levels and initiate staff training.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Computer Literacy

Education

Qualification in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Logistics Software

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: Monday - Friday - late shift 12noon - 10pm

Location: London - EN3 4NQ

DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business, is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to play a vital role in coordinating our daily logistics requirements. To succeed in this role, you should have comprehensive knowledge of supply chain management practices and a demonstrable understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods, dispatching orders, and tracking transportation vehicles.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

• Assist Operational Management by managing and generating shipping requirements for distribution routes, from warehouse to end-user, maintaining precise and up-to-date performance reports for your designated shift.
• Manage and implement productivity by communicating job expectations to direct reports, ensuring all deadlines are safely met within allocated time frames while maintaining standards of excellence.
• Track and trace shipping orders using digital in-house tracking software, ensuring compliance with legislation and proper record-keeping.
• Monitor recruitment levels and initiate staff training as required, keeping up-to-date records in line with company policies.

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience, but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box—we value talent and potential:

• Previous practical experience as a Transport Manager within a logistics environment - Essential
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain practices
• Experience in the preparation and distribution of volume orders
• Computer literacy with practical knowledge of logistics software packages
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage, organize, and train direct reports
• A recognized qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics is advantageous

WHY CHOOSE US?

Alongside competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:

• On-site benefits: free parking
• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Hundreds of discounts (retail, childcare, gym)
• Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 employee support for you and your family, including free counselling: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We ensure all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK. Learn more about our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE

DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management, keeping the world moving. Our expert teams work across industries like retail, automotive, and healthcare, delivering for our customers worldwide.

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