Warehouse Shift Manager

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Austhorpe; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Shift Manager to oversee warehouse operations at a bustling site. The role involves leading a large team, ensuring efficiency while prioritizing health and safety, and meeting operational KPIs. Ideal candidates will possess strong IT skills and excellent communication abilities, with a preference for those with continuous improvement experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits including a pension scheme, medical insurance, and employee discounts.

Benefits

Company sponsored pension scheme

Private medical & dental insurance

23 days annual leave

Access to MyBenefits platform

Qualifications

• Experience leading a large team of warehouse colleagues in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
• Strong IT skills including warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous experience focusing on continuous improvement is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify cost-saving initiatives to maximize warehouse efficiency.
• Promote a customer-focused approach to warehouse activities.
• Monitor and report on target expectations and achievements.
• Create a positive team atmosphere by encouraging colleague involvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Due to our ongoing growth, we are excited to offer Shift Managers to join our bustling multiuser site in Sherburn-In-Elmet. While working with us, you will oversee the efficient operation of our warehouse, prioritising colleague wellbeing, health, and safety. You will ensure that all operational KPIs are met, maintaining the highest standards in every aspect of the job.

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains. GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO\'s candidate privacy statement here.

Responsibilities

• Identify cost-saving initiatives and implement corrective actions where appropriate to maximise the efficiency of the warehouse operation
• Demonstrate and promote a customer-focused approach to all warehouse activities
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting on target expectations and achievements through standard reporting processes
• Create and maintain a positive team atmosphere and inclusive culture, by actively encouraging involvement from all colleagues

Qualifications

• Experience leading a large team of warehouse colleagues within a fast paced and FMCG environment
• Strong IT skills, including warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Previous experience in a role focussing on continuous improvement would be advantageous

Benefits and Additional Information

This is a full-time, permanent role, working on a shift pattern 4 on and 4 off Night, 7:30am to 7:30pm. We are looking to offer a salary of £40,080, and 23-days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays. Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You\'ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!