DHL Supply Chain
Transport Shift Manager
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Grade: RCS M grade
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Weekly Rotating Shift Pattern
Location: Stoke on Trent, ST4 2TP
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 Transport Shift Manager to take the helm of our daily transport operations!
In this pivotal role, you will lead our dynamic team to achieve excellence and drive success throughout our transport network. Join us and be a key player in shaping the future of logistics!
Responsibilities
- This is a Transport Shift Manager position within a fast-paced operation.
- The role is evolving and will include responsibility for both the Compliance and Routing teams, providing broader exposure across different areas of the transport function.
- The successful candidate will manage a team of 4-6 direct reports, who will in turn have their own teams reporting into them.
- Proven experience leading transport operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing and developing drivers, team leaders, and frontline managers.
- Ensuring driver, fleet, and transport compliance standards are maintained.
- Driving operational performance, productivity, and KPI delivery.
- Managing workforce planning and resource allocation.
- Promoting a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
- Handling performance management, employee relations, and team development.
- Building strong relationships across transport and warehouse operations to deliver customer-focused service.
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Criteria
- Previous experience within both Transport and Operations is essential.
- Must have worked in a busy, fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Prior people management experience is required, with experience leading teams through others being highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of transport compliance and operational processes.
- CPC qualification would be advantageous.
- Looking for someone who can effectively manage multiple workstreams and develop teams across different operational functions.
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.
Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more.
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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.
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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 21 September 2026. 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.
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