Warehouse First Line Manager - Nights

DHL Germany; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Warehouse First Line Manager in Wakefield. The role involves supervising operations, managing staff, and ensuring productivity in a dynamic warehouse environment. You will lead your team to excellence, contributing to the success of the world's leading logistics company. If you have a passion for logistics and experience in leadership roles, we want you to join us!

Benefits

Discretionary bonus based on performance

Generous pension scheme with employer contribution

Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as a people manager in a warehouse environment is essential.
• Strong communicator - both written and verbal.
• Computer literate with practical knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Management by monitoring warehousing activities.
• Supervise productivity and ensure deadlines are met.
• Track orders using digital systems to maintain records.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Pay Rate: £29,500 - £31,500

Grade: RCS N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Night Shift Tuesday – Saturday 10pm – 6am
Location: Wakefield, WF6 1GY

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 First Line Manager to lead our operations and drive success.

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

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• To directly assist the Senior Management team by reporting on and monitoring the effectiveness of all warehousing activities and performance in your designated area
• To supervise, implement and coordinate productivity by communicating job expectations to direct line reports, ensuring that all deadlines are safely met within allocated time frames, always maintaining standards of excellence
• To track and trace orders using a digital In-house tracking software system, ensuring that records are maintained and kept at optimum level
• Oversight of kitting and goods out department ensuring all work is completed in a timely manner to customer specification
• Conducting 1-2-1's, return to works and development planning for members of staff

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Previous experience as a people manager within a warehouse environment is essential
• Strong communicator - both written and verbal
• Computer literate with a practical knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems is essential
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to supervise, organise and train direct reports.

WHY JOIN US?

• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• 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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