Operations Manager

DHL; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Northampton is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, manage shift teams, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in a busy logistics environment and strong leadership skills. This role offers competitive pay, a flexible work environment, and several employee benefits, including generous annual leave and retirement contributions.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

33 days annual leave

Discretionary bonus

Generous pension

Free confidential GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in managing warehouse operations in a logistics environment.
• Knowledge of supply chain management and relevant legislation.
• Ability to train and organise direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage all warehouse, distribution and maintenance activities.
• Oversee operational processes to meet service level agreements.
• Lead a team of Shift Managers and ensure compliance with health & safety.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Logistics software

Job description

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Pay: RCS K
Location: Northampton - NN4 9BD
Contract Type: Permanent
Shift patterns: 4 on 4 off ( Days shift)
Days: Core hrs. (8:00 -18:00) | Occasional hrs 10:00 -22:00

We're now looking for a Warehouse Operations Manager to lead our operations and drive success in Consumer & Convenience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• To strategically manage all warehouse, distribution and maintenance activities in line with DHL's policies and vision, monitoring and reporting on the effectiveness of all functions, performance and productivity, ensuring safe and cost-effective methods are a priority consideration
• To manage and implement the daily coordination of direct reports, ensuring that all schedules, regulations, records and working practices are up-to-date and in line with company policies and UK legislation, whilst maintaining excellent working practices and health & safety compliance across the business
• Controlling your operational processes (inbound, picking, outbound, etc), fulfilling service level agreement and deadlines established.
• To take operational leadership and budget responsibility for managing a safe and efficient operation to help achieve operational standards and the customer(s).
• Managing a direct team of x4 Shift Managers along with FLMs , colleagues on site.
• You will be working in a food retail warehouse

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Previous and practical experience as a Warehouse Operations Manager within a busy logistics environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain management and legislation
• Experience of managing shift managers within a warehouse environment
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to organise and train direct reports
• Computer literate with a practical knowledge of logistics software programmes and packages
• Analytical, with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Have experience in budget control and P&L Management
• Has previous resource planning experience
• Happy to work : Core hrs. (8:00 -18:00) | Occasional hrs 10:00 -22:00
• Experience working in Consumer & Convenience - desirable

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• 33 days annual leave (includes bank holidays)
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• We're happy to talk about flexible working - just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Generous pension with up to 8% employer 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.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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