Warehouse First Line Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join DHL Supply Chain as a Warehouse Shift Manager and lead our operations in Birmingham. This role involves supervising a dynamic team, streamlining processes for efficiency, and ensuring safety within the workplace. We seek proactive leaders with strong logistics knowledge and a passion for teamwork. Enjoy benefits like flexible working options, generous annual leave, and a significant pension scheme.

Benefits

Free parking and on-site kitchen facilities

28 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days

Discretionary bonus based on performance

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme with 8% employer contribution

Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing.
• Strategic mindset and passion for problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills to inspire and engage the team.
• Experience in leading a team within a warehouse/supply chain environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily warehouse operations ensuring efficiency.
• Implement strategies to enhance productivity.
• Ensure safety standards and compliance regulations.
• Monitor performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build a strong team culture emphasizing collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics Knowledge

Problem Solving

Communication

Job description

Grade: N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Wednesday to Saturday, 0930 - 2030.
Location: Birmingham, B46 1DA

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Warehouse Shift Manager / Ops Manager to lead our operations and drive success.

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If you're a proactive leader with a passion for logistics, we want you on our team!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the Team: Supervise daily warehouse operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Your leadership will inspire and motivate our team to reach new heights!
• Streamline Processes: Implement innovative strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency in our warehouse
• Ensure Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards and compliance regulations, creating a safe and secure workplace for everyone.
• Monitor Performance: Track key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet and exceed our goals.
• Foster Collaboration: Build a strong team culture that values communication, accountability and teamwork. Together, we'll achieve great results!

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Have strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing
• Have a strategic mindset and a passion for problem-solving.
• You're a natural leader with excellent communication skills, able to inspire and engage your team
• Are experienced in leading a team particularly within a warehouse/supply chain environment

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site kitchen facilities
• 28 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• We're happy to talk about flexible working - just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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