Warehouse Shift Manager - Day Shift

DHL Germany; Derby; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Derby is seeking a Warehouse Shift Manager to oversee operations and enhance productivity. The successful candidate will have substantial experience in people management within logistics, focusing on driving performance and maintaining high safety standards. Competitive pay includes discretionary bonuses and a pension scheme, alongside numerous employee benefits. Join a company dedicated to inclusivity and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Discretionary performance bonus

Generous pension scheme

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Free mortgage advice

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a people management role within warehousing/supply chain.
• Experience in customer management is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Warehouse Management Systems is required.
• Start-up experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist operational management by monitoring warehousing activities and staff performance.
• Manage productivity by setting expectations and monitoring stock movement.
• Ensure Health and Safety across the operation and promote a Safety First Culture.
• Support continuous improvement programmes in the operation.

Skills

People management experience

Customer management experience

IT Literacy

Start-up experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Pay Rate: £38, 600.00
Grade: RCS L
Contract Type: Secondment/Fixed Term - 6 months
Shift patterns: 4 on, 4 off 06:30am - 18:30
Location: Derby - DE74 2BB

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 Shift 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 operational management by initiating, monitoring and reporting on the effectiveness of all warehousing activities and staff performance of your designated shift.
• To manage and implement productivity by communicating job expectations to direct line reports, monitoring stock movement and control, whilst ensuring that all deadlines are safely met within allocated time frames and always maintaining standards of excellence.
• Responsible for Health and Safety across the operation and driving a Safety First Culture, to ensure all staff are safe within the workplace at all times.
• Support a continuous improvement programme to increase efficient and effective working practices within the operation.

This Role Would Suit People Who

• Previous experience in a similar people management role, within warehousing/supply chain.
• Customer management experience is advantageous.
• IT Literacy with experience using Microsoft Office and Warehouse Management Systems.
• Start-up experience is desirable.

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.

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