Inventory First Line Manager

Gxo University; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private medical

Dental insurance

Life assurance

MyBenefits platform

Cycle to work

Job summary

GXO is recruiting an Inventory First Line Manager for a Milton Keynes site. You will lead a warehouse team, drive continuous improvement and promote a team-based culture to deliver exceptional service to LVMH and customers.

You will manage stock integrity, oversee batch management, and use DLx WMS. The role requires hands-on leadership, strong Excel skills, and a flexible 06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00 shift rotation on a 5-out-of-7 pattern.

Qualifications

• Experience leading inventory teams in a fast-paced warehouse.
• Strong IT skills with Excel and WMS experience (DLx).
• Experience in batch/inventory control and stock accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of inventory colleagues to meet business goals.
• Conduct 121 discussions to develop and motivate staff.
• Maintain shift reports on people, performance and compliance.
• Coordinate with senior management to deliver excellent service to LVMH customers.
• Operate flexibly in a hands-on role when required.
• Support shift pattern: any 5 out of 7, with rotating hours.

Skills

Inventory management

Team leadership

Performance management

Excel

WMS (DLx)

Tools

DLx WMS

Excel pivot tables

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are looking for an Inventory First Line Manager to join our prestigious LVMH site in Milton Keynes. You'll be responsible for leading a team of colleagues and coordinating activities to achieve business goals; through focussing on continuous improvement and promoting a team-based culture.,

• Manage inventory operations, maintaining the integrity of the stock and liaising between senior management and operational colleagues to ensure a complete and exceptional service is provided to LVMH and their customers
• You will be comfortable in having these 121-discussions understanding how to get the best from your teams whilst supporting them and recognising great individual performance
• You will have a great understanding of warehouse management systems and will use your skills to keep your team working efficiently and effectively
• With your keen eye for detail, you will be comfortable completing, maintaining and improving shift reports relating to people, performance and regulatory compliance Are you a proven leader who thrives in a warehouse environment? Does motivating and developing a team come naturally to you? Do you have a flexible approach to management that allows you to organise and prioritise workload effectively? If yes, we have the opportunity for you!, "any 5 out of 7" Experience leading a team of inventory colleagues within a fast-paced warehouse environment, including performance management to ensure daily routines are carried out to a high standard, with appropriate corrective actions
• Previous knowledge of batch management (inventory control), with the ability to maintain stock accuracy to the highest level
• Able to work effectively both as part of a team or independently, with the flexibility to be 'hands on' when required
• Strong IT Skills to include Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables and v look ups), Microsoft Word & WMS experience - DLx essential GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.
• The role is being offered on a full-time, permanent basis. You'll join us on a 'any 5 out of 7' shift pattern, the hours of work will rotate weekly between 06:00 - 14:00 and 14:00 - 22:00. However, flexibility will be required to support either shift when required.
• Pay, benefits and more: You'll be paid a salary of up to £34,423 per annum, you'll also receive 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days so you can enjoy a positive work-life balance. Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical and dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You'll 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. You'll also have access to our GXO University which provides you with the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications at a pace that you're comfortable with. There's also our continued focus on internal promotions, over 55% last year!