Warehouse Flow & Automation Manager - Lead Controls & CI

DHL Supply Chain; East Midlands; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working

Pension scheme (8% employer)

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is launching a new start-up operation and seeks a Warehouse Flow Room Manager in Derby. You will lead Flow Room Leads/Controllers, oversee automation systems and drive performance improvements across the operation.

The role requires strong leadership in a logistics setting, experience with WCS/WMS, and the ability to analyse operational data to inform management. Flexible shift patterns and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing operational, control room or automation teams in warehouse/logistics/manufacturing.
• Experience with Warehouse Control Systems (WCS) or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Strong people leadership and operational data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Flow Room Leads and Controllers.
• Monitor warehouse automation systems, alarms and control room activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for automation performance and productivity.
• Collaborate with WCS Engineers, IT and automation providers to resolve issues.
• Identify, resolve and escalate system-generated issues as required.

Skills

People management

Team leadership

Automation systems

WCS/WMS experience

Tools

WCS/WMS tools

Job description

DHL Supply Chain is launching a new start-up operation and seeks a Warehouse Flow Room Manager in Derby. You will lead Flow Room Leads/Controllers, oversee automation systems and drive performance improvements across the operation.

The role requires strong leadership in a logistics setting, experience with WCS/WMS, and the ability to analyse operational data to inform management. Flexible shift patterns and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.