First Line Manager

Ethos Foundation; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a First Line Manager to lead a dynamic team in a National Distribution Centre. This role is pivotal in ensuring operational objectives are met while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a proven ability to manage large teams in a fast-paced distribution environment. You will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving performance improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact during a period of growth and transformation.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing large teams in distribution.
• Experience in implementing performance improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily warehouse operations, including order picking and packing.
• Monitor workflow and ensure smooth inter-departmental collaboration.
• Drive implementation of lean methodologies to enhance productivity.

Skills

Team Leadership

Operational Efficiency

Data-driven Decision Making

Performance Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Job description

FLM – First Line Manager

Location: South Yorkshire

Salary: Circa £33,500

SHIFT: Lates: Sunday to Thursday - 14:30 to 23:00

Venatu Recruitment Group is proud to partner with a leading distribution and wholesale company in search of an experienced FLM – First Line Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic National Distribution Centre at a time of significant growth.

We seek a strong leader with a proven track record in managing large teams within a fast-paced distribution environment.

Role Overview

The First Line Manager is responsible for overseeing the performance of Supervisors and their teams to ensure operational objectives are met. As a key link between the Operations Manager and warehouse Supervisors, this role is critical for translating strategic goals into actionable plans, maintaining operational efficiency, and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage daily warehouse operations, including order picking, packing, inventory control, and despatch.
2. Oversee and support Supervisors in organising workloads and managing teams effectively to meet daily targets.
3. Monitor workflow, prioritise tasks, and ensure smooth inter-departmental collaboration.
4. Track and report on operational KPIs, such as pick accuracy, productivity, and on-time despatch rates.
5. Review team performance regularly with Supervisors, identifying areas for improvement and addressing underperformance proactively.
6. Implement performance improvement initiatives in line with company objectives.
7. Collaborate with Supervisors and Operations Managers to identify opportunities for process optimisation and cost reduction.
8. Drive the implementation of lean methodologies to eliminate waste and enhance productivity.
9. Ensure standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed and updated as needed.
10. Enforce adherence to health and safety regulations, supporting Supervisors in conducting risk assessments and audits.
11. Ensure all employees operate in compliance with safe systems of work (SSOWs) and company policies.
12. Investigate and report safety incidents, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Experience In a Fast-moving Distribution Environment, Making Data-driven Decisions