General Manager - Gloucester

DPD Group UK; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

DPD Group UK is looking for a General Manager to enhance our senior management team. This role involves overseeing daily operations at the depot, ensuring health and safety, and fostering a competitive environment that motivates teams. Applicants should have extensive experience in logistics, strong leadership skills, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced setting. By joining DPD, you will gain job stability and numerous opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme based on performance

Company car or cash allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Holiday trading

Enhanced maternity and paternity packages

Free life assurance (4x salary)

Health kiosks at each location

Discounted shopping at retailers

Milestone days off for celebrations

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or distribution managing large 24/7 operations.
• Ability to lead teams and influence strategy.
• Availability for flexible shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Achieving depot objectives related to health & safety and productivity.
• Delivering outstanding service to customers with a motivated team.
• Managing P&L through effective planning and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Resilience

Motivation

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Company Description

DPD UK is a member of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services worldwide. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion, aiming to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. We strive to deliver the best service, utilize the best technology, and recruit and retain the best people in the industry.

DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting an outstanding General Manager to join and strengthen our highly experienced senior management team. As a General Manager, you will have the autonomy and responsibility for the day-to-day site management.

Additionally, you will be accountable for:

• Achieving depot objectives related to health & safety, security, productivity, transport, and cost
• Delivering outstanding service to our customers with a team driven to excel
• Providing a safe and healthy environment for your teams
• Encouraging a competitive environment with clear productivity and service level targets
• Managing the depot through P&L via effective planning and reporting

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Experience in logistics or distribution industry, managing large, fast-paced, 24/7 operations with significant staff responsibility
• Confident communicator and presenter, capable of leading teams, influencing strategy, and liaising with Directors
• Decisive and effective decision-maker in a time-pressured environment
• Passionate about building and motivating high-performing teams
• Enjoys resolving problems, demonstrating resilience, self-motivation, and flexibility
• Embodies DPD DNA values: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work, and Accountability
• Availability to cover any 5 shifts, including weekends, as depots operate 365 days a year
• Full UK driving licence is essential

Additional Information

Remuneration and Benefits:

Includes a competitive salary, bonus scheme based on performance, company car or cash allowance, and Private Medical Insurance. We value our people and offer various benefits such as:

• Holiday trading
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
• Free life assurance (4x salary) and pension scheme
• Health kiosks at each location
• Vitality at Work program
• Free onsite parking
• Discounted shopping at retailers, including supermarket discounts
• Milestone days off for celebrations
• Free eye tests and support for glasses for screen users

Joining DPD offers not just job stability but also career growth. We focus on recognizing and developing talent, with many opportunities for promotion within our evolving organization.

If our aims and values resonate with you and you can help us deliver on our promises, apply today!