First Line Manager

GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales); York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension with 8% employer contribution

4% employee contribution

GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Loans and savings schemes

Mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Thirsk is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to supervise daily operations and drive performance in a fast-paced logistics environment.

You will lead a team, uphold safety standards, monitor KPIs, and foster collaborative work culture. The role requires strong IT and administrative skills, excellent communication, and the ability to prioritise tasks under pressure. Great benefits apply, including a discretionary bonus and pension.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a transport office environment.
• Previous experience managing or supervising people.
• Strong IT and administrative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proactive approach with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team by supervising daily warehouse operations.
• Uphold safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Foster collaboration and effective teamwork.

Skills

Transport office experience

People supervision

IT & admin skills

Excellent communication

Proactive under pressure

Job description

Pay Rate: £34,743 Grade: N Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) Shift patterns: Rotating shift pattern, alternating every two weeks:

• Weeks 1 & 2: 05:30 - 13:30
• Weeks 3 & 4: 13:30 - 21:30

Location: Thirsk YO7 3HE

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.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the Team: Supervise daily warehouse operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Your leadership will inspire and motivate our team to reach new heights!
• Ensure Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards and compliance regulations, creating a safe and secure workplace for everyone.
• Monitor Performance: Track key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet and exceed our goals.
• Foster Collaboration: Build a strong team culture that values communication, accountability and teamwork. Together, we'll achieve great results!

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Experience working in a transport office environment
• Previous experience managing or supervising people
• Strong IT and administrative skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A proactive approach with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks effectively

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.