Site Manager

DHL; Middleton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Middleton is looking for a Site Manager to oversee operations and lead the team. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a CPC qualification in logistics, and extensive warehouse management experience. This role involves developing strategies, managing finances, and ensuring safety protocols. Competitive pay and extensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Discount vouchers for various services

Healthcare benefits

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• Proven managerial experience in a warehouse environment.
• Experience in the parcel industry is advantageous.
• Experience in budget control of operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage site operations aligned with corporate values.
• Develop warehouse strategies and implement safety protocols.
• Build relationships with business leaders across DHL.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Ability to multitask

Education

CPC qualification in transport and logistics

Job description

Position: Site Manager

Contract Type: Permanent – 37.5 hours per week

Location: Middleton

Why choose DHL eCommerce UK?

Want to work for one of the UK’s best workplaces? DHL eCommerce UK has been recognized as a Best Workplace 2024 and achieved Top Employer accreditation for the 4th consecutive year. We offer competitive pay rates, along with benefits including discount vouchers for restaurants, cinemas, retail outlets, healthcare, pension, enhanced family leave, childcare discounts, employee assistance programs, and more!

About the role:

This leadership role involves managing the site effectively through the leadership, motivation, and development of the team, ensuring operations align with the company's core values and principles.

Participate in developing and implementing warehouse and ground operations strategies to facilitate smooth movement and storage, meeting cost, quality, customer, and market-specific requirements, in line with business strategy, corporate guidelines, and policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define warehouse and manual handling strategies aligned with business goals and policies.
• Develop and implement warehouse and manual handling plans, budgets, and measures.
• Ensure safety and security protocols are followed to operate, maintain, and store goods and equipment safely.
• Monitor site and personnel performance, including performance management processes.
• Provide financial forecasts for the site.
• Manage monthly payroll reports to ensure accurate salary payments and address anomalies.
• Review operational performance, data, and facilities to identify effective distribution and transportation patterns.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of operating procedures, space utilization, and equipment protection, recommending improvements.
• Identify opportunities and introduce best practices to enhance efficiency, speed, and reduce costs in warehouse and manual handling operations.
• Build strong relationships with business leaders across DHL.
• Manage experienced professionals exercising independence in their roles.

The ideal candidate will have:

Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop the site. Ideally, hold a CPC qualification in transport and logistics, with evidence of:

• Previous managerial experience in a warehouse environment
• Experience in the parcel industry (advantageous)
• Experience in budget control
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Career Development:

We believe in employee growth and offer dedicated learning and development programs, fostering an open culture where everyone's voice is valued, enabling you to shape your future career at DHL eCommerce UK.

Next Steps:

If you meet the requirements and are ready for your next career move, submit your application along with an up-to-date CV.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We value diversity as a strength and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees can bring their true selves to work. We aim to attract the best candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion, or belief. Our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK.

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