Lead Warehouse Team - First-Line Manager

GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales); Gilson; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension scheme

GP consultations

Retail discounts

Loans and mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Birmingham is seeking a Warehouse First Line Manager to lead a safe, efficient warehouse operation across rotating early shifts. You will guide a team, ensure adherence to productivity targets, and maintain safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires prior frontline managerial experience, strong communication, and solid IT literacy. It offers a permanent full-time contract, on-site work, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have previous first line manager experience.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and IT literacy.
• Strong understanding of logistics and warehousing operations.
• Strategic thinking with problem-solving mindset.
• Natural leadership with effective team engagement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support safe, efficient operation during shift.
• Communicate productivity targets and shift hours to the team.
• Clarify roles and responsibilities for team members.
• Investigate basic incidents and escalate safety issues as needed.
• Identify and request reviews of work instructions based on Kaizens.
• Conduct weekly performance reviews covering productivity, attendance, and quality.

Skills

First Line Manager Experience

Strong communicator

Strategic mindset

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DHL Supply Chain in Birmingham is seeking a Warehouse First Line Manager to lead a safe, efficient warehouse operation across rotating early shifts. You will guide a team, ensure adherence to productivity targets, and maintain safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires prior frontline managerial experience, strong communication, and solid IT literacy. It offers a permanent full-time contract, on-site work, and a comprehensive benefits package.