Shift Manager

kawazu designs; Harlow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Shift Manager for their site in Harlow. This full-time role requires overseeing the efficient operation of the warehouse and maintaining high operational standards while prioritizing colleague safety. Candidates should have experience in leading teams within a fast-paced environment and possess strong IT and communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Company-sponsored pension scheme

Private medical & dental insurance

24/7 online GP service

Life assurance

Comprehensive employee assistance programme

High street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Cashback cards

Saving scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• Strong IT skills with warehouse management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse operations, ensuring targets and KPIs are met.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives to maximize efficiency.
• Create an inclusive culture by encouraging team involvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

IT Skills

Customer-focused Approach

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company description:

GXO Logistics Supply Chain Inc.

Job description:

Are you a First Line Manager looking for your next step in your career? Perhaps you’re currently a Warehouse Shift Manager looking for a change? If you’re ready to give your best shot, this is the role for you!

Due to our ongoing growth, we are excited to offer a Shift Manager to join our bustling multiuser site in Harlow While working with us, you will oversee the efficient operation of our warehouse, prioritising colleague wellbeing, health, and safety. You will ensure that all operational KPIs are met, maintaining the highest standards in every aspect of the job.

This is a full-time, permanent role, working on a shift pattern 4 on and 4 off 6am to 6pm

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of 42,500- and 23-days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays. Your benefits package includes, a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Identify cost-saving initiatives and implement corrective actions where appropriate to maximise the efficiency of the warehouse operation
• Demonstrate and promote a customer-focused approach to all warehouse activities
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting on target expectations and achievements through standard reporting processes
• Create and maintain a positive team atmosphere and inclusive culture, by actively encouraging involvement from all colleagues

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Experience leading a team of warehouse colleagues within a fast paced logistics environment, ideally within E-com operations
• Strong IT skills, including warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Previous experience in a role focussing on continuous improvement would be advantageous

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.