First Line Manager - Warehouse

DHL Supply Chain; Kilsby; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working options

Pension scheme (8% employer, 4%员工)

GP consultations

Discounts

Loans and mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Rugby is seeking a Warehouse First Line Manager to lead daily warehouse operations and drive efficiency during 23:00–07:00 shifts. You will supervise the team, streamline processes, and uphold safety standards to protect staff and equipment.

Join a role that focuses on continuous improvement, KPI monitoring, and building a collaborative, accountable culture across the shift. The position offers a discretionary bonus and progressive pension benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing.
• Experience working within an automated warehouse environment.
• Strategic mindset with a passion for problem-solving.
• Natural leader with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse operations, ensuring smooth and efficient performance.
• Streamline processes to boost productivity and efficiency.
• Uphold highest safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster a collaborative culture with accountability and teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics knowledge

Team motivation

Tools

Automated warehouse systems

Job description

Grade: N

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: Any 5 out of 7, 2300 - 0700.

Location: Rugby, CV23 8BQ

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

• 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!
• Streamline Processes: Implement innovative strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency in our warehouse.
• 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

• Have strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing.
• Experience working within an automated warehouse environment.
• Have a strategic mindset and a passion for problem-solving.
• You're a natural leader with excellent communication skills, able to inspire and engage your team.

WHY JOIN US?

• 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'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.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 7th September. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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