DHL Supply Chain
Warehouse Shift Manager
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Warehouse Shift Manager
Warehouse Shift Manager – Skelmersdale (RCS M, Permanent, £37,000 p.a.)
[Location]
Skelmersdale – WN8 8DY Shift patterns: 4 on, 4 off (13:00 – 00:30)
About the Role
DHL Supply Chain isn’t just about delivering parcels—it’s about keeping the UK’s supply chain moving. This Warehouse Shift Manager will lead a high-performing team across a fast-paced, time-critical warehouse environment, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and a swiftly growing retail logistics operation.
As the face of operations for each shift, you’ll drive productivity, staff performance, and health & safety while maintaining the highest operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Operational Leadership
- Initiate, monitor, and report on warehousing activities and staff performance in your shift.
- Ensure deadlines are met safely while maintaining excellence in customer-focused operations.
- Communicate job expectations to direct team members and align KPIs with operational goals.
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Team Management & Development
- Lead, motivate, and develop shift teams, fostering a high-performing, safety-focused culture.
- Recognise and reward outstanding performance contributions.
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Health & Safety
- Hold primary responsibility for health and safety across your operation, embedding a ‘Safety First’ mind-set.
- Ensure all staff operate safely at all times, aligning with company WHS requirements.
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Process Improvements
- Drive a continuous improvement programme to enhance efficiency and working practices.
- Monitor and analyse key performance metrics, addressing bottlenecks and driving growth.
Conditions of Employment
- Pay: £37,000.00 per annum (Assistant/Team Manager pay band depending on experience).
- Contract: Permanent (Full-Time) role.
- Location: Skelmersdale warehouse hub.
- Shift: 4x on, 4x off (13:00 – 00:30 daily).
Roles Requires
✅ Proven leadership in a warehouse environment, ideally within e-commerce or high-volume operations. ✅ Experience managing next-day order fulfilment or managing similarly critical supply chain operations. ✅ Demonstrated ability to foster strong stakeholder relationships in a dynamic environment. ✅ Strong command of Microsoft Office and familiarity with warehouse management systems.
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Desirable: 🔹 Experience in retail, fashion, or e-commerce logistics. 🔹 Knowledge of data analytics or KPI tracking within warehouse operations.
Benefits You’ll Love
👉 Discretionary performance-based bonus 👉 13th-month bonus period 🔹 8% employer pension contribution (plus your 4%) 🕒 Free 24/7 GP consultations 🌍 Retail & lifestyle discounts (via mindset platform) 💰 Affordable loans, savings schemes, and free mortgage advice
Why Join DHL Supply Chain?
We’re global leaders in supply chain management, with specialists operating across more than 50 countries, serving industries like retail, automotive, healthcare, and more.
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