First Line Manager – Stock Control

DHL Germany; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain business in Birmingham is seeking a First Line Manager - Stock Control to coordinate logistics activities. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of warehouse operations and supply chain management practices. Responsibilities include supervising team activities, managing operations, and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. This role offers a competitive salary and a variety of benefits.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Hundreds of discounts

Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain supervisory practices.
• Demonstrable understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods and dispatching orders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, co-ordinate, supervise and report on team activities.
• Manage daily operational functions.
• Ensure cycle counts are carried out to meet contractual requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of warehouse functions and WMS

Organization skills

Communication skills

Understanding of H&S requirements

Results-oriented attitude

Education

Qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics

Job description

Salary: £30,695.41
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Rotational - Monday - Friday 08:00-16:00 / 15:00-23:00
Location: Birmingham - B46 1DA

DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business is seeking a First Line Manager - Stock Control to play a vital role coordinating our daily logistics requirements. To succeed in this role, you should have a comprehensive knowledge of supply chain supervisory practices and a demonstrative understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods and dispatching orders.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

• To plan, co-ordinate, supervise and report upon the work activities of a team, providing effective delegation, communication, leadership, motivation, training and development
• Manage daily operational functions and directly undertake such functions as required
• Ensure cycle counts are carried out to meet contractual requirements
• Daily team briefing to include customer news, site news and review of next weeks forecasts
• Recommend and where possible, implement operational process improvements

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box on this page - we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

• Good knowledge of warehouse functions and WMS
• Good organisation, communication and planning skills
• Good understanding of H&S requirements
• Results orientated with a can do attitude
• Ideally a candidate who is able to start ASAP

A recognised qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics will be well-received.

WHY CHOOSE US?

As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)
• Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION?

We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE?

DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management and we keep the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more, so they can deliver to their customers.