Flow First Line Manager - Night Shift

DHL Germany; Derby; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Derby is seeking a Flow First Line Manager to lead a team of Flow Controllers. Responsibilities include managing automation in the warehouse, delegating tasks, and ensuring operational performance. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in warehouse management, particularly in FMCG, and possess strong IT literacy and communication skills. Benefits include a pension scheme, flexible working options, and lifestyle discounts.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Free 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and mortgage advice

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a team in a warehouse environment, preferably in FMCG.
• Ideally experience within an automated warehouse environment.
• Ability to lead and influence effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Flow Controllers.
• Delegate tasks for operational flow and productivity.
• Monitor team performance and uphold health & safety standards.
• Report and communicate KPIs for continuous improvement.

Skills

Team management

Strong IT literacy

Excellent communication

Experience in warehouse environment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

Pay Rate: £29, 458.00 + 15% night shift premium
Grade: RCS N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: 4 on 4 off, night shift 18:30 - 06:30
Location: Derby - DE74 2BB

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 Flow First Line Manager to lead and develop a team of Flow Controllers, ensuring efficient automation, smooth work allocation, and high operational performance.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead and manage a team of Flow Controllers, overseeing automation of the warehouse and efficient allocation of work
• Delegate tasks effectively to maintain operational flow and productivity
• Monitor team performance and uphold health & safety standards across all activities
• Report and communicate KPIs, driving continuous improvement and accountability

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Proven experience managing a team in a warehouse environment; FMCG experience is advantageous
• Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) such as Blue Yonder and Matflow
• Ideally will have experience within an automated warehouse environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and influence effectively

WHY JOIN US?

• 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 29th December . 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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