Operations Shift Manager

DHL Germany; Stafford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL, a leader in Supply Chain management, is seeking a Warehouse Shift Manager in Stafford. This role involves overseeing depot operations, team management, and ensuring excellence in logistics practices. Successful candidates will have experience in supply chain management, and are encouraged to apply regardless of whether they meet all requirements.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Discounts (including retail, childcare, gym)

Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service with access to free counselling

Qualifications

• Practical experience as a shift manager within a warehouse/supply chain environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain practices.
• Experience working with challenging KPI's and Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Directly assist operational management and monitor warehousing activities.
• Manage a team of 6 First Line Managers, including disciplinaries and performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with H&S, Budgets, KPI's, and Productivity during the shift.

Skills

Supply chain practices

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

KPI management

Logistics software knowledge

Education

Qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Any 5 out of 7
Shift times: Rotating 0600 - 1400 and 1400 - 2200.
Location: Stoke-On-Trent (ST4 4EX)

DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business is seeking a Warehouse Shift Manager to play a vital role coordinating our daily logistics requirements. To succeed in this role, you should have a comprehensive knowledge of supply chain management practices and a demonstrative understanding of warehouse procedures, including the storage and dispatch of volume orders and goods.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

• To directly assist operational management by initiating, monitoring and reporting on the effectiveness of all warehousing activities and staff performance of your designated shift
• Being responsible for the whole depot during your shift, including H&S, Budgets, KPI's, and Productivity
• To manage and implement productivity by communicating job expectations to direct line reports, monitoring stock movement and control, whilst ensuring that all deadlines are safely met within allocated time frames and always maintaining standards of excellence
• Directly managing a team of 6 First Line Managers including disciplinaries, performance management and 121's
• To track and trace orders using a digital in-house tracking software system, ensuring that records are maintained and kept at optimum level
• To monitor recruitment levels and initiate staff training as required, keeping up-to-date records in line with company policies

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box on this page - we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

• Previous and practical experience as a shift manager within a Warehouse/Supply Chain environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain practices
• Experience working with challenging KPI's and Continuous Improvement
• Computer literate with a practical knowledge of logistics software packages
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage, organise and train direct reports

A recognised qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics will be preferred and well-received.

WHY CHOOSE US?

As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)
• Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE

DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management and we keep the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more, so they can deliver to their customers.

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

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