Shift Manager

Avnet; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Learning resources

Pension

Private healthcare

Bonus

Discounts

Inclusive culture

Impactful work

Job summary

Farnell Global, part of the Avnet family, is seeking a dynamic Shift Manager at our Leeds facility (LS15). This role leads distribution centre operations with a weekly rotating shift pattern (6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm) and requires full flexibility between 6am and 11pm, while offering a no-weekend-work arrangement to support work-life balance.

You will drive process improvements, safety standards, and team development in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in distribution, logistics or warehouse operations.
• Strong focus on process optimisation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and health and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing packing, shipping, receiving, inventory and order fulfilment.
• Managing customer order shipments and resolving fulfilment issues.
• Leading inventory control processes and ensuring documentation accuracy.
• Driving quality and efficiency to deliver correct items on time.
• Implementing and maintaining quality assurance procedures.
• Ensuring safety compliance and equipment standards.
• Producing operational reports and analysing productivity metrics.
• Driving process improvements and supporting strategic initiatives.
• Leading and developing a team of experienced professionals.

Skills

Leadership experience

Distribution/logistics

Process optimisation

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Join a global leader in electronics distribution and help shape the future of supply chain excellence.

At Farnell Global, part of the Avnet family, we’re passionate about delivering cutting-edge solutions and exceptional service to our customers worldwide. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a dynamic Shift Manager at our Leeds facility (LS15). This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

This role operates on a weekly rotating shift pattern:

• 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm

But will be required to have full flexibility and availability between 6am and 11pm.

• No weekend work – giving you time to recharge and enjoy your weekends.

What’s in it for you?

Alongside a competitive salary package, we offer:

• Opportunities for career development within a global organisation
• Access to Avnet’s extensive learning and development resources
• A strong pension scheme to support your future
• Private healthcare and wellbeing support to keep you feeling your best
• A bonus to reward your impact
• Access to a range of corporate benefits and discounts
• A supportive, inclusive culture where your voice matters and your growth is encouraged
• The chance to make a real impact in a high-performing team

What about you?

You’re a confident leader with a strong background in distribution, logistics, or warehouse operations. You thrive in fast-paced, complex environments, have a keen eye for process optimisation, and are passionate about delivering outstanding service. You’ll bring a hands-on approach, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement. You will also have a keen eye for health and safety and maintaining and confirming to standards. Playing a crucial part in ensuring our employees are safe and protected at all times.

What will you be doing?

• Overseeing key distribution centre activities including packing, shipping, receiving, inventory, and order fulfilment
• Managing customer order shipments and resolving any fulfilment issues
• Leading inventory control processes and ensuring documentation accuracy
• Driving quality and efficiency, ensuring customers receive the correct item at the correct time.
• Implementing and maintaining quality assurance procedures
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and equipment standards
• Producing operational reports and analysing productivity metrics
• Driving process improvements and supporting strategic initiatives
• Leading and developing a team of experienced professionals

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience leading teams in a distribution, logistics, or warehouse environment
• Strong understanding of inventory management, order fulfilment, and quality control
• Confidence in making decisions, solving problems, and driving operational improvements
• Experience in maintaining quality & H&S standards
• Ability to collaborate across departments and communicate clearly
• Experience working with compliance standards (ISO, ESD, etc.) is a plus

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.