First Line Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Kempston Hardwick; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working

Pension scheme

GP services

Discounts

Loans

Mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Bedford is seeking a proactive Warehouse Team Leader to lead a team of 10-30 colleagues, coaching and developing a high-performing, engaged workforce.

You will drive the flow of Tu Clothing products from our distribution centre to Sainsbury's stores nationwide, focusing on productivity, quality and safety while maintaining accurate stock and on-time delivery, with strong cross-department collaboration and leadership development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in warehouse/logistics settings.
• Ability to motivate, coach and develop staff.
• Strong performance management and resource planning.
• Knowledge of warehouse KPIs and operational drivers.
• Commitment to health and safety and site standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a team of 10-30 warehouse colleagues, creating a high-performing and engaged workforce.
• Support the flow of Tu Clothing products from the distribution centre to Sainsbury's stores nationwide.
• Drive productivity, quality and service levels while ensuring stock is delivered accurately and on time.
• Champion a positive safety culture, ensuring compliance with DHL and site standards.
• Build strong relationships across departments to deliver outstanding results for our customer.
• Recognise and celebrate success, helping colleagues reach their full potential and progress their careers.

Job description

Pay Rate: £32,500

Grade: RSC N

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: 5 of 7 / 6:00 -14:30

Location: Bedford , MK43 9AA

We are looking for a proactive leader with a passion for logistics, to work n one of our warehouse

what You'll Do

• Lead, coach and develop a team of 10-30 warehouse colleagues, creating a high-performing and engaged workforce.
• Play a key role in supporting the flow of Tu Clothing products from our distribution centre to Sainsbury's stores nationwide.
• Drive productivity, quality and service levels while ensuring stock is delivered accurately and on time.
• Champion a positive safety culture, ensuring compliance with all DHL and site standards.
• Build strong relationships across departments to deliver outstanding results for our customer.
• Recognise and celebrate success, helping colleagues reach their full potential and progress their careers.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE

• Be part of one of the UK's leading logistics businesses.
• Manage a dedicated team within a major fashion and retail supply chain.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression across DHL Supply Chain.
• Make a real impact in a customer-focused operation supporting Tu Clothing.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your ideas and leadership are valued.
• Access industry-leading training and development programmes.

Who We're Looking For

• Has previous experience leading teams within a warehouse, distribution or logistics environment.
• Enjoys motivating, coaching and developing people.
• Can confidently manage performance, including 1-2-1s, absence management, investigations and resource planning.
• Understands warehouse KPIs and knows how to drive operational performance.
• Is passionate about health and safety and leading by example.
• Thrives in a fast-paced retail supply chain environment.
• Holds MHE experience (desirable but not essential).
• Is flexible to work a fixed Sunday to Friday pattern, 5 days from 7

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• 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.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 31st Aug . Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent.

Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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