Shift Supervisor

Great Bear; Chorley; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Bear is seeking a dedicated Shift Supervisor to oversee day-to-day warehouse operations in Chorley. This full-time, permanent position involves coordinating staff, ensuring service and safety standards, and participating in management meetings to enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a keen eye for detail, with a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme (4% employee + 4% employer)

Life assurance at 2x salary

Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support 24/7

Eye care vouchers and discounts on glasses

Recognition programs such as Employee of the Month/Year

Access to over 50 retailer discounts

Qualifications

• High attention to detail required.
• Ability to motivate and supervise staff.
• Knowledge of on-site systems and software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate warehouse activities and schedule staff.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.
• Manage performance records and provide feedback.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Time management

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

SAP

PKMS

Road Runner

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Our friendly team in Chorley has an exciting opportunity for a Shift Supervisor to join on a full-time, permanent basis.

As a Shift Supervisor, you will support the Shift Managers in the day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring all service and cost targets are met or exceeded, all Health & Safety standards are maintained, and the highest standards of housekeeping are upheld.

Salary: £30,231 per annum.

Working hours: Monday-Friday, 6am-2pm/2pm-10pm, rotating with flexibility to cover weekends when required.

Key Duties of a Shift Supervisor:

• Assist the Shift Manager in coordinating warehouse activities.
• Schedule and supervise warehouse staff.
• Ensure timely completion of all warehouse tasks.
• Communicate plans with Operations Controllers to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.
• Maintain records of team performance and inform the Shift Manager of potential disruptions.
• Organize training and development, including on-the-job coaching, and evaluate training effectiveness.
• Provide regular feedback on team and individual performance, including behavioral issues and areas for improvement.
• Manage levels of planned and unplanned absences, ensuring adequate coverage.
• Participate actively in management meetings, offering suggestions to improve efficiency, customer focus, and team collaboration.

Qualifications:

• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of on-site systems.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Leadership skills to motivate and supervise staff.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills with suppliers and customers.
• Knowledge of SAP, PKMS, Road Runner is a plus but not essential.

Additional Information:

We are committed to diversity and employee development, offering various benefits including:

• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme (4% employee + 4% employer).
• Life assurance at 2x salary.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support 24/7.
• Eye care vouchers and discounts on glasses.
• Recognition programs such as Employee of the Month/Year and long service awards.
• Access to over 50 retailer discounts through our benefit platform.

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please apply now to join our #WinningTeam!