Warehouse First Line Manager

Pay Rate: £34,065 Grade: N Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Full-Time) 18 months Shift patterns: Sunday - Thursday - Rotational shifts AM/PM Location: Harmondsworth UB7 0EX

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company, providing top-notch ground handling services at numerous UK airports. Join us in our mission to deliver excellence in aviation logistics!

We're now looking for a Warehouse First Line Manager - to play an integral role at the heart of our operations

A typical day may involve:

• Deliver all shift KPIs through effective resource and workload management.
• Lead and support Team Leaders to achieve daily operational targets and customer service levels.
• Manage performance, training, productivity, and recruitment to meet business needs.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, company policies, and all regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and identify opportunities to enhance operational performance.

This role would suit people who:

• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Have strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and warehouse management systems.
• Have proven people management skills, including performance, attendance, and development.
• Have commercial awareness with an understanding of KPI impact.
• Have strong planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Why join us?

• 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

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.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 2nd November. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.