First Line Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Rugby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Rugby is looking for a Warehouse First Line Manager to lead operations. The ideal candidate has supervision experience in logistics and comprehensive supply chain knowledge. Responsibilities include assisting management, supervising productivity, and tracking orders. The company offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, including a pension scheme and performance bonuses.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Free GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and mortgage advice

Qualifications

• Experience as a Supervisor/FLM in logistics.
• Knowledge of supply chain practices.
• Ability to supervise and train direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist management with monitoring warehousing activities.
• Supervise and coordinate productivity within a team.
• Track orders using digital tracking software.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Knowledge of supply chain practices

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Computer literacy

Job description

Pay Rate: £30,000 to £32,000 (Dependent on Experience)
Grade: N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Any 5 from 7, Week 1 6am to 2pm & Week 2 2pm to 10pm
Location: Rugby

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 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

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Previous and practical experience as a Supervisor/FLM 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

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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