At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team to ensure efficient logistics operations and exceptional customer service.
- Company: Join A.F. Blakemore, a top UK convenience store retailer with a rich history.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and fantastic training opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with a commitment to diversity and community support.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Strong numeracy, literacy, and leadership skills; experience in warehousing preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Shift Manager within our Logistics Division; Wakefield. We are after someone who is proactive, motivated and passionate about their role, whilst offering excellent service and standards to our customers.
The key purpose of this role: You will be responsible for the control of efficient and cost effective operations within the depot in order to provide a high quality service to the customer, whilst working within the constraints of company policy and relevant legal requirements.
Key Accountabilities:
- Maintain efficient and effective operations through effective team management, assisting with the achievement of set KPI’s
- Ensure high standards of customer service throughout all areas of responsibility
- Control of goods receipt, replenishment, ferrying, customer order processing and despatch operations
- Control of stocktaking/checking/maintenance systems and procedures - includes results
- Control of all ancillary operations affecting the quality of service provision
- Staff recruitment, development, retention and performance, including the effective supervision of standard hour payment schemes
- Assisting with the achievement of continuous improvement objectives using tools and techniques that are available
Some Key Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required:
- High degree of numeracy and literacy
- Level 3 health and safety qualification (IOSH) and Level 3 food safety qualification - preferable
- Warehousing and transport experience preferred
- Communicates effectively at all levels
- Ability to provide leadership, direction and motivation to teams
- Ability to deal with conflict in an effective and professional manner
What’s in it for you?
- Access to Company Pension scheme
- Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
- Cycle to work scheme
- Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
- Outstanding Training & Development opportunities
- Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced environment
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay packages
- Flexible working hours opportunity
- Excellent additional benefits package including:
- Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’
- 24/7 access to your payslips via HR/Payroll portal
- 12.5% Staff discount on fresh items & 10% Staff Discount on ambient products in our SPAR stores (ex. Alcohol & Cigarettes)
- Wellbeing support – access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice
- Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme
- Extra Holiday - Purchase Scheme
- Long Service Awards
If you are a results-driven and community-oriented individual with a passion for Logistics, we invite you to apply for the position of Shift Manager. Join us in making a difference through exceptional service and a commitment to excellence.
Inclusive environment: As a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
You may have experience of the following: Warehouse Shift Manager, Depot Shift Supervisor, Logistics Team Manager, Distribution Shift Leader, Operations Shift Manager, Supply Chain Shift Manager, Night Shift Manager, Warehouse Operations Manager, Transport Shift Manager, Fulfilment Shift Manager.
Logistics Shift Manager - Wakefield Depot employer: AF Blakemore - Logistics
A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. With access to outstanding training opportunities, flexible working hours, and a comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay, employees are empowered to thrive in a dynamic logistics environment. Join us at our Wakefield Depot and be part of a forward-thinking family-owned business that values innovation and community impact.
