Warehouse Shift Manager (AM Shift) - Wigan

Arrow XL; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in South Africa is seeking a Warehouse Shift Manager to oversee operations and lead a dedicated team. The successful candidate will ensure the efficient movement of goods and compliance with safety regulations. Previous experience in a warehouse environment and strong people skills are essential. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Enhanced pension plan

Life insurance coverage

Employee of the Month incentives

Progression and development opportunities

Up to 25% staff discount

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience of managing teams within a customer-focused and fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to analyse and utilise Management Information to identify areas of improvement.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for operating a safe and efficient warehouse operation.
• Leadership and development of the warehouse team.
• Ensure the warehouse operates safely and within legislation.

Skills

Team management

Performance analysis

Microsoft Office

People skills

Knowledge of WMS

Job description

Overview

Warehouse Shift Manager (AM Shift) - Wigan

40 hours per week, on a 5/7 rota. Working hours – 05:30-14:00. Basic hourly rate of £18.16.

ArrowXL is hiring! As the UK’s leading provider of Two-Person Home Delivery, we continuously strive to make the world of delivery a better place. Our aim is to build a welcoming and friendly business that supports the local community. We store and deliver large, heavy and bulky items in pristine condition – the kind of items that typically need two attentive people to handle. Quite often these items need installing for our customers, which we also do. The ArrowXL culture thrives on six core values: Innovative, Safe, Respectful, Excellent, Responsible, One Team. ArrowXL is now recruiting for a Warehouse Shift Manager to join our busy Warehouse operation in Wigan. You will lead a team of hardworking Warehouse Operatives and hold responsibility for the smooth operation of our Warehouse function on the AM shift, ensuring our delivery crews are loaded up to deliver the best service for all our customers.

Providing exceptional and heartfelt service to both customer and client requires confidence, patience, and empathy. By choosing to be part of our Warehouse team, you will be warmly welcomed into the ArrowXL family.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for operating a safe and efficient warehouse operation, ensuring goods are in the right place at the right time.
• Leadership and development of the warehouse team to ensure a successful flow of goods movement.
• Development, achievement, and continuous improvement of warehouse KPI’s.
• Effective resource planning to ensure we have the right staff and tools to complete the job.
• Ensuring the warehouse operates safely, within legislation, policy, process and industry best practice.
• Develop and maintain continuous improvement programmes such as warehouse flow, equipment and waste, and engage internal stakeholders to share best practice.
• Develop and manage the warehouse budget and stock inventory.
• Ensure effective asset/equipment management.
• Work with internal stakeholders in facilities and procurement to ensure on-site equipment is fit for purpose and regularly serviced/maintained.
• Build relationships with relevant 3rd party providers (agencies, FLT suppliers, etc.).

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience of managing teams within a customer-focused and fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Knowledge and experience dealing with first line people management issues (absence, performance, investigations).
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to analyse and utilise Management Information to identify areas of improvement and drive change.
• Ability to understand and interpret financial data to manage and improve resource costs.
• Strong people skills – able to influence, coach and develop.
• Knowledge of RedPrairie WMS is an advantage.

Benefits

• Annual Leave Entitlement – 30 days entitlement (including statutory bank holidays) which increases with service.
• Enhanced Pension Plan – ArrowXL company contributions.
• Life Insurance – Company funded 2x basic salary life cover from day one.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
• Long Service Awards – Awarded for every 5 years’ service.
• Employee of the Month Incentives – Local winners across the country plus an overall winner chosen by the CEO.
• Progression and Development Opportunities – Investment into your career path via our award-winning Training Academy.
• Up to 25% Staff Discount at www.very.co.uk.
• Retail Discounts – Large discounts across retailers and restaurants.
• Discounted Gym Membership – Up to 25% discount across 3700 nationally located gyms.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Evans Cycles partnership with great benefits.

Contact Details

Contact: Danny Colbert
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