Warehouse First Line Manager

DHL Germany; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning leading supply chain business is seeking a Warehouse FLM to coordinate daily logistics requirements. In this role, you'll supervise warehousing activities, ensuring productivity and excellence while managing a team. With a focus on problem-solving and organizational skills, you'll play a vital part in the supply chain process. Enjoy competitive pay and a range of award-winning benefits, including 24/7 GP services and discounts. Join a company that values talent and potential, and be a key player in delivering exceptional service across various industries.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Discounts (retail, childcare, gym)

Affordable loans

Enhanced pension scheme

24/7 support for you and your family

Qualifications

• Experience as a Supervisor or Team Leader in logistics.
• Knowledge of supply chain practices and warehouse procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on warehousing activities and performance.
• Supervise and coordinate productivity of direct reports.
• Track orders using digital in-house tracking software.

Skills

Logistics Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Supervisory Experience

Tools

Digital Tracking Software

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: 4 on, 4 off working 0600-1800

Location: Manchester - M26 2XH

DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business, is seeking a Warehouse FLM to play a vital role in coordinating our daily logistics requirements. To succeed in this role, you should have comprehensive knowledge of supply chain supervisory practices and a demonstrable understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods and dispatching orders.

What does the role entail?

1. Assist management by reporting on and monitoring the effectiveness of all warehousing activities and performance in your designated area.
2. Supervise, implement, and coordinate productivity by communicating job expectations to direct reports, ensuring all deadlines are safely met within allocated time frames, while maintaining standards of excellence.
3. Track and trace orders using digital in-house tracking software, ensuring records are maintained at an optimal level.

What do we need from you?

We welcome applications from candidates with the following experience, but don't hesitate to apply if you don't meet every criterion— we value talent and potential:

• Previous practical experience as a Supervisor or Team Leader within a logistics environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain practices.
• Experience in preparing and distributing volume orders.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to supervise, organize, and train direct reports.

Why choose us?

Alongside competitive pay, you will enjoy a range of award-winning benefits including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP service.
• Hundreds of discounts (retail, childcare, gym).
• Affordable loans and an enhanced pension scheme.
• 24/7 support for you and your family, including free counseling and more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

Our approach to diversity & inclusion

We ensure our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK. Learn more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

Be an essential part of everyday life

DHL leads globally in Supply Chain management, working together to deliver for our customers across various industries, including retail, automotive, healthcare, and more, enabling them to serve their customers effectively.