Warehouse Shift Manager

Devyani International P Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Warehouse Shift Manager at their Thameside depot in London. The role involves leading a team to meet operational KPIs in a multi-temperature food environment. Candidates should have strong people management and operational skills, with opportunities for career advancement and a commitment to a diverse workforce.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Generous holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Online discounts

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a multi-temperature, food or grocery environment preferred.
• Management or supervisory experience is needed.
• Strong people management skills and experience in a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Warehouse Team Managers to achieve targets.
• Manage performance, attendance, and operational KPIs.
• Ensure proactive health & safety measures are in place.

Skills

People Management

Operational Knowledge

Communication Skills

Leadership

Job description

Wincanton, for Sainsbury's at our Thameside depot in London, is looking for a Warehouse Shift Manager to join the team. Reporting to the Depot Operations Manager, the Shift Manager leads a team of Warehouse Team Managers, ensuring safe operational performance while meeting all key performance indicators to exceed customer expectations.

We receive, pick, and load store orders accurately, safely, and in a timely manner to meet the outbound loading schedule across our four grocery chambers (ambient, frozen, chill, and produce). Candidates with experience in a multi-temperature, food environment are preferred.

Shift times are rotating earlies and lates, 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00, with any 5 days from 7.

How will you contribute?

• Proactively motivate and lead a team of Managers to achieve targets and meet deadlines
• Support, monitor, report on, and deliver operational KPIs
• Ensure a proactive approach to Health & Safety
• Provide responsive and professional service to customers and colleagues
• Manage performance, attendance, overtime, and sickness of team members
• Monitor and manage budgets
• Manage customer expectations and ensure escalations are handled promptly
• Lead onsite Union relationships and meetings alongside other Shift Managers

What will you bring?

• Strong People Management skills, including handling disciplinary and grievance processes
• Management or supervisory experience in a multi-temperature, food, or grocery environment
• Strong operational knowledge and background
• Experience managing customer relationships and expectations
• Proven leadership in a unionized environment
• Excellent communication skills
• A positive attitude with a proactive approach to improvements

What do we offer?

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with benefits such as a company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, online discounts, onsite parking, and more.

We value our people and provide opportunities for career development, training, and multi-skilling in a dynamic environment.

Our Commitment

We are committed to equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive environment where all colleagues feel supported and valued. We are proud of our diverse workforce and welcome your application.

Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce.