Hub Manager in Hinckley

Due to the launch of our new Hub Operation supporting our expanding Out-of-Home (OOH) network—including automated parcel lockers and PUDO pickup points,we are recruiting an experienced Sortation Manager to join our hub operations team. In this role, you will lead high-volume sortation to ensure seamless, accurate processing for customer-convenient deliveries.

• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Hours of Work: 08:00 - 16:30

DPD is one of the fastest growing express parcel delivery companies in the UK, with a turnover of£1.9billion. As a multi award-winning company that has beenvoted the nation’s favourite parcel carrier for eight years running, we have a very clear strategy to support our enviable position. We will deliver the best service, use the best technology, recruit and retain the best people in the industry and be the UK's most sustainable delivery company.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an outstandingHub Managerto join our senior Hub management team, to help our people to achieve ever-greater heights byleading and inspiring from the front. Could this be you?

DPD have 5 Hub Operations based across Smethwick, Oldbury and Hinckley that are supported by over 1,000 committed team members. In this role you will be based at our Hinckley HubYou will be responsible for the management, guidance and support to your operations team.

Additionally you’ll also be focussed on;

• Achieving all Hubobjectives to include; Health & Safety, productivity, security, throughput,andcost.
• Deliveringoutstanding service to our customers.
• Leadershipof the Hub management team including, learning, development and any HR related issues.
• Managing P&L through effectiveplanningandreporting.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for;

• You will have extensive experience inlogistics, warehouseordistributionindustries with knowledge ofplant operationsorproduction management. It would be advantageous if you have aSix SigmaQualification.
• You will have the ability to run a large fast paced, 24/7 operation leading at least 250 people.
• You will have strong leadership andcommunicationskills as well as the ability toinfluencestrategy and liaise with Senior Management. Decisive and effectivedecision-making, problem resolution and time management skills.
• Demonstrate high levels ofresilience, self-motivation and flexibility.
• Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring and Accountability.

Additional Information

Job Specifics

You will have a comprehensive induction to DPD, this will include both a corporate induction followed by a thorough induction of our hub operations which includes; plant operations, labour planning, financial and systems.

You will also spend some time within theNetworkandLinehaulDepartment to understand the interconnections between the Hubs and other operational areas of the business.

Full UK driving licence is essential.

Remuneration

Your package will include anexcellent basic salary,company caror cash alternative,attractive bonus scheme,based on individual and company targets and Private MedicalInsurance for you and your family. As well as this you will have access to some other fantastic optional benefits such as Cycle2Work Scheme, Dining Cards, Holiday trading and discounts and savings on 1000’s of retailers.

There is a culture ofrecognition and rewardwithin DPD with long-service awards, a special recognition programme for those individuals that goabove and beyond, the DPD Personality of the Yearand an award ceremony at our annual company conference attended by over1,000 delegates.

DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer