Warehouse First Line Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Bedford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Warehouse FLM to coordinate daily logistics operations. The role involves supervising warehousing activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and tracking performance metrics. Ideal candidates will have prior supervisory experience in logistics and a strong understanding of supply chain practices.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Discounts (retail, childcare, gym)

Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service with free counselling

Qualifications

• Experience as a Supervisor or Team Leader in logistics.
• Knowledge of supply chain practices.
• Experience with volume order preparation and distribution.

Responsibilities

• Assist management by monitoring warehousing activities.
• Supervise and coordinate productivity of the team.
• Track orders using digital software.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of supply chain practices

Computer literacy

Education

Qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics

Job description

Pay Rate: £29,500 + Night shift allowance
Grade: N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Night shift Any 5 from 7, 22:30 - 06:30
Location: MK43 9AA - Bedford

DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business is seeking a Warehouse FLM to play a vital role coordinating our daily logistics requirements. To succeed in this role, you should have a comprehensive knowledge of supply chain supervisory practices and a demonstrative understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods and dispatching orders.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

• To directly assist management by reporting on and monitoring the effectiveness of all warehousing activities and performance in your designated area
• To supervise, implement and coordinate productivity by communicating job expectations to direct line reports, ensuring that all deadlines are safely met within allocated time frames, while always maintaining standards of excellence
• To track and trace orders using a digital in-house tracking software system, ensuring that records are maintained and kept at optimum level
• Undertake basic low level incident investigations within the work place and promptly escalate issues of non compliance to safety regulations and procedures
• Track team and individual performances

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 on this page - we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

• Previous and practical experience as a Supervisor or Team Leader within a logistics environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain practices
• Previous experience of preparation and distribution of volume orders
• Computer literate with a practical knowledge of logistics software packages
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to supervise, organise and train direct reports

A recognised qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics will be well-received.

WHY CHOOSE US?

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

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

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our global 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 and we keep the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more, so they can deliver to their customers.

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