Retail Logistics Coordinator (Hiring Immediately)

ZipRecruiter; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in news wholesaling is looking for a Night Manager to oversee night shift operations in their depot. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in warehouse management, demonstrating strong communication and planning skills. In this role, you will supervise staff and ensure compliance with safety standards while managing operational budgets and delivering high-quality service.

Benefits

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

5% matched pension scheme

25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme

Access to 24/7 e-learning modules

Colleague Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a warehouse management environment.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage large operations and work at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Supervising staff and providing training.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Managing an annual budget and forecasting.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Planning

Tenacity

Problem Solving

Tools

MS Office

IT Systems

Job description

Job Description: Night Manager

Night Shift - Tuesday to Saturday 02:00 – 10:00

£40,000 Per annum

About the role:

Joining us as a Depot Manager, you’ll manage the night shift operation in the depot, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of newspapers and magazines to our retailers.

This challenging role within our management team involves:

• Supervising all staff, providing training and coaching, and identifying training needs.
• Providing accurate reports highlighting challenges or successes.
• Collaborating with the management team to identify potential risks.
• Maintaining high health and safety standards at all times.
• Ensuring compliance with legislation and company policy.
• Managing an annual set budget and forecast.

What we can offer you:

In addition to free onsite parking and a competitive salary, you will have access to:

• Company-funded Health Cash Plan for healthcare costs such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy.
• 5% matched pension scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme.
• Access to 24/7 e-learning modules, training, and development opportunities.
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work schemes, and Health Cash Plan.
• Colleague Assistance Programme and Colleague Referral Scheme.

About You:

You should have a proven track record in a warehouse management environment and be able to demonstrate:

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Managing large operations and liaising at all levels.
• Outstanding communication skills and relationship-building abilities with team members and management.
• Experience planning and executing night operations, handling issues as they arise.
• Tenacity and an effective approach to meeting/exceeding targets and delivering excellent client service.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with MS Office and IT systems.
• Strong business acumen with commercial and financial awareness.

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

About Us:

Smiths News is the UK’s largest news wholesaler, serving 22,400 retailers daily from 33 distribution centres. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity and provides a workplace where everyone can thrive.