Shift Manager

GXO Logistics, Inc; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking Shift Managers for their Southampton site. This full-time, permanent role involves overseeing warehouse operations and ensuring KPIs are met while promoting colleague wellbeing. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including annual leave, medical insurance, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company-sponsored pension scheme

Private medical and dental insurance

24/7 online GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Access to MyBenefits platform

Cycle-to-work scheme

Cashback cards

Savings schemes

Qualifications

• Experience leading warehouse teams, preferably in e-commerce.
• Strong IT skills including warehouse management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and foster positive employee relations.
• Manage agency staff requirements and resource planning.
• Compile and submit operational data to internal teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

IT Skills

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Shift Manager

Are you a First Line Manager seeking your next career move? Or perhaps a Warehouse Shift Manager looking for a change? If you're ready to give your best, this role is for you!

Due to our ongoing growth, we are excited to offer two opportunities for Shift Managers at our expanding site in Southampton. You will oversee warehouse operations, prioritise colleague wellbeing, health, safety, and ensure operational KPIs are met.

This is a full-time, permanent role with a shift pattern from Monday to Friday and weekends on a rota basis. Available shifts are AM (7am – 3:30pm) or PM (1:30pm – 9pm).

Pay, Benefits, and More

Salary: £35,000 to £37,000

Benefits include 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a company-sponsored pension scheme, private medical and dental insurance, 24/7 online GP service, life assurance, employee assistance programme, and access to our MyBenefits platform with discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, cashback cards, savings schemes, and more.

Typical Daily Responsibilities

• Lead and foster positive employee relations through effective communication, encouragement, and motivation.
• Manage agency staff requirements, ensuring resource planning aligns with volume forecasts and KPIs.
• Maintain the headcount tracker, providing daily updates to stakeholders.
• Compile and submit operational data to relevant internal teams as scheduled.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience leading warehouse teams, preferably within e-commerce operations.
• Strong IT skills, including warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving abilities, reacting quickly and follow-up skills.

GXO is a leading provider of innovative supply chain solutions, committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer, actively welcoming applications from people with disabilities and supporting military-friendly initiatives.

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