Ecommerce First Line Manager (Nights)

DHL; Coventry; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Coventry is seeking a Warehouse First Line Manager to lead operations and ensure safety standards. Candidates should have prior management experience, strong operational logistics knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary of £33,000 to £37,000 with benefits including discretionary bonuses, pension contributions, and 24/7 GP consultations.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus based on performance

Generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution)

Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations

Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans, savings schemes, and free mortgage advice

Qualifications

• Previous First Line Manager Experience is required.
• Strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing.
• A strategic mindset and a passion for problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational leadership and budget responsibility for a safe and efficient operation.
• Understand health and safety risks and execute a prioritized plan.
• Drive a Safety First Culture and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Improve performance by removing barriers to department success.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Operational knowledge of logistics

Communication skills

Job description

Pay Rate: £33,000 to £37,000 (Dependent on Experience)
Grade: N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: 4on4 off Shift, Nights, 6pm to 6am
Location: Coventry - CV6 4BX

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Warehouse First Line Manager to lead our operations and drive success.

If you're a proactive leader with a passion for logistics, we want you on our team!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• To take operational leadership and budget responsibility for managing a safe and efficient operation to help achieve operational standards and the customer
• Analyse and understand health and safety related risks for our associates, take action to reduce or eliminate these risks according to a prioritized plan
• Take responsibility for managing and running a safe operation and driving a Safety First Culture with all individuals in the operation by applying and improving the Safety Standards
• Review incident investigations within the work place, respond to escalated issues of non compliance and ensure relevant safety regulations and procedures are adhered to
• Driving continuous improvement quarter-on-quarter based on removing barriers to improved performance for the department where necessary

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Previous First Line Manager Experience
• Have strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing
• Have a strategic mindset and a passion for problem-solving.
• You're a natural leader with excellent communication skills, able to inspire and engage your team

WHY JOIN US?

• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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