Secondment Warehouse Shift Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Northampton is seeking a Warehouse Shift Manager Nights to oversee operations and ensure efficient staffing. The role involves managing a clean and safe work environment while leading the team during night shifts. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, knowledge of health and safety, and a willingness to work in a temperature-controlled warehouse. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for flexible working.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Discretionary bonus

Generous pension scheme

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Happy to work Night Shift 18:00 - 6:00, 4 on 4 off.
• Knowledge in consumer and convenience logistics desirable.
• Essential leadership and management experience in warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage staffing levels to meet operational requirements.
• Ensure a safe, clean work environment.
• Facilitate effective communication among team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Health & Safety knowledge

Resource planning

Job description

Pay Rate: £ 37,925 +Shift Premium + Over Time
Grade: M
Contract Type: Secondment 6 months | 6 Months FTC
Shift patterns: Rotational shifts | 4 on,4 Off | 18:00-6:00
Location: Northampton, NN4 9BD

We're now looking for a Warehouse Shift Manager Nights to lead our operations and drive success.

This will be a ***6 months secondment / Fixed term contact ******

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Plan, manage and adjust staffing levels to meet operational requirements across the site
• Direct the daily activity to ensure a safe, secure, clean and fair work environment for team members
• Take proactive approach to ensure housekeeping is managed and maintained to goods manufacturing practice
• Facilitate effective communication - verbally and written
• Ensure company policies are communicated, applied and enforced ,all staff to be briefed with all updates and changes .
• Work in collaboration with Line Manager to ensure all training needs are completed In line with DHL standard
• Effective communication with team and customers (written and verbally)

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Happy to work a Night Shift 18:00 -6:00, 4 on 4 off
• Good analytical and numerical skills ( WMS)
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, motivation and planning skills
• Excellent communicator (verbal & written)
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
• Knowledge in consumer and convenience logistics - desirable
• Resource planning , work load assignment
• Happy to work in a temperature controlled warehouse
• Leadership and management experence in warehouse management -Essential

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• We're happy to talk about flexible working - just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee 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

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

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 1st December. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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