We are currently recruiting for an experienced Shift Manager, to help strengthen our depot operations management team.
Other key accountabilities will be
- Ensure depot target for Core Routes is achieved
- Ensure depot target Stops Per Route (SPR) is achieved
- Ensuring all other delivery & collection routes are properly set.
- Ensure all driver's scan and load their vans for delivery in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
- Maintaining on-going communication with drivers to resolve any issues
- Ensuring adequate resources are available to guarantee any ad-hoc collections are picked up either via your pool of drivers or by using couriers/agencies.
- Ensuring that all relevant documentation and systems are completed accurately and in line with company and/or legislative requirements
- Working to set Key Performance Indicators including Service, Cost, Productivity, Transport and Health and Safety.
- Ensure "Depot Clear" is achieved in line with depot targets
What we're looking for
- You will have experience in a fast paced operation with proven and demonstrable people management experience, involving direct accountability and responsibility for motivating and leading a high performing team, ideally within a Transport Setting. We would also expect:
- You will have strong communication skills with the ability to inspire, motivate and manage a team.
- Decisive and effective decision-making, problem resolution and time management skills.
- Demonstrate high levels of resilience, self-motivation and flexibility.
- Excellent computer skills with the ability to use Google chrome applications
- The ability to do comprehensive reporting, alongside analysis of data is a key requirement for this role.
- You will be highly vigilant to any unscrupulous activity taking swift and appropriate action.
- Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring and Accountability.
About our Benefits
- Holiday trading
- Enhanced maternity and paternity package
- Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
- Health Kiosks visiting every location
- Vitality at Work
- Free On Site Parking
- Discounted shopping from 100's of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
- Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
- For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses
Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities. If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers' promises, then this is the job for you!
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Shift Manager - Dispatch in Raunds employer: Dpdgroupuk1
At DPD, we pride ourselves on being more than just a delivery service; we are pioneers in e-commerce and sustainability. As a Debrief Operative, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values teamwork, innovation, and personal growth, with comprehensive training and support provided. Join us in a role where your contributions directly enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, all while working in a safe and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.
