First Line Manager (6

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Rugby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and supply chain firm is seeking a team leader in Rugby, England, to manage and motivate their team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in leadership within logistics, strong analytical abilities, and familiarity with WMS systems. They will ensure operational compliance and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Flexible dental insurance

Company sponsored pension scheme

Online GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

High street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading teams in logistics.
• Strong computer literacy with WMS systems.
• Ability to manage change and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate teams to meet targets.
• Plan staffing levels based on operational needs.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Numerical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Tools

WMS systems

Job description

Pay, benefits and more

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to per annum and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes flexible dental insurance plans, a company sponsored pension scheme, a 24 / 7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What you’ll do on a typical day

• Manage and motivate your team to achieve productivity and accuracy targets
• Plan and adjust staffing levels to meet operational requirements
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, health & safety, and company policies
• Handle disciplinary, absence, and grievance issues in line with our HR policy
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and share ideas with management

What you need to succeed at GXO

• Proven experience of leading successful teams in a complex, fast-moving logistics / warehouse environment
• Strong analytical and numerical abilities
• Computer literate; experience with WMS systems
• Ability to manage change and develop a team
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail