Warehouse First Line Manager

DHL Germany; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading supply chain business as a Warehouse FLM in Maidstone. You'll coordinate logistics, supervise a team, and ensure productivity while enjoying competitive pay and a range of benefits. Your expertise in supply chain practices will help drive success in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Numerous discounts (retail, childcare, gym)

Affordable loans and enhanced pension scheme

24/7 support service for you and your family

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Supervisor or Team Leader in logistics.
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist management by monitoring warehousing activities.
• Lead a team and optimize daily performance.
• Manage KPIs effectively.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

WMS Systems

Job description

Pay Rate: £35,898.90 + 10% shift premium on top

Grade: O

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: Any 5 out of 7 days, including weekends; 40 hours per week; 14:00 to 22:00

Location: Allington - ME16 0LE

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 demonstrative understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods and dispatching orders.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

• Assist management by monitoring and reporting on the effectiveness of warehousing activities and performance in your designated area
• 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
• Track and trace orders using digital in-house tracking software, maintaining accurate records
• Lead a team and optimize daily performance, including shift sections and briefings to meet or exceed business targets
• Manage KPIs effectively
• Build and motivate the team, including recruitment, performance management, and ongoing development
• Proactively suggest and implement solutions and improvements for team and organizational benefit

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience, but don't hesitate to apply even if you don't tick every box— we're great at spotting talent and potential:

• Previous experience as a Supervisor or Team Leader in a logistics environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain practices
• Experience in administration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
• Experience in preparing and distributing volume orders
• Computer literacy with practical knowledge of logistics software, WMS systems, and Microsoft Office
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to supervise, organize, and train team members
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to demonstrate employee engagement

WHY CHOOSE US?

Along with competitive pay rates, you will enjoy a range of award-winning benefits including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Numerous discounts (retail, childcare, gym)
• Affordable loans and enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 support service 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 all 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 is the global leader in Supply Chain management, keeping the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for customers across various industries, including retail, automotive, healthcare, and more, enabling them to serve their customers effectively.