First Line Manager

GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales); Whitacre Heath; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a First Line Manager to lead warehouse operations in Coleshill, Birmingham. The ideal candidate will have strong operational knowledge in logistics and experience in team leadership. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and discretionary bonus.

Benefits

Ample free parking

Discretionary bonus based on performance

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme with 8% employer contribution

Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans, savings schemes, and free mortgage advice

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within logistics or warehouse operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily warehouse operations.
• Implement innovative strategies to enhance output and efficiency.
• Ensure safety standards in the workplace.
• Track key performance indicators for continuous improvement.
• Build a strong team culture.

Skills

Strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Pay Rate: £31,900-£32,500 per annum depending on experience
Grade: RCS N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Two shifts available: Monday to Friday, 06:00-14:00 or Monday-Friday 14:00-22:00. 42.5 hours per week.
Location: Coleshill, Birmingham, B46

Overview

Think you know DHL? Think again! 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 are looking for a First Line Manager to lead our operations and drive success on the shop floor, balancing speed and accuracy while maintaining a driven team on shift.

What you’ll do

• Lead the Team: Supervise daily warehouse operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Streamline Processes: Implement innovative strategies to enhance output and efficiency in our warehouse.
• Ensure Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards, creating a safe and secure workplace for everyone.
• Monitor Performance: Track key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet and exceed goals.
• Foster partnership: Build a strong team culture that values communication, accountability and teamwork.

This role would suit people who

• Have strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing
• Lead teams fairly and honestly
• Have developed their interpersonal skills

Why join us?

• Ample 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 are 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. We are proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant and value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel.

Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 6 October 2025. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. We review applications continuously and, where there are large numbers of applications, the period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as early as possible.

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