At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage daily despatch operations and lead the operational team to achieve performance targets.
- Company: InPost is revolutionising logistics, powering deliveries for major UK brands from their Lichfield hub.
- Benefits: Join a rapidly scaling global business with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Other info: Occasional travel across the UK may be necessary.
- Why this job: Be part of a fast-paced environment that challenges the norm and drives innovation.
- Qualifications: Proven expertise in continuous improvement and knowledge of Health & Safety regulations required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Join Our Growing Team as a Warehouse Operations Manager at Inpost! Take full accountability for the daily management and supervision of the entire despatch operation. Lead, support, and develop the operational team to achieve high performance and continuous growth. Ensure the operation consistently exceeds customer expectations, adhering to agreed contract KPIs. Build and maintain strong, effective working relationships with both internal teams and external customers. Oversee operational compliance, with a focus on Health & Safety standards. Collaborate closely with the Regional Manager and Depot Manager to meet and exceed all operational performance targets. Conduct regular team reviews and coordinate training and development programs to enhance staff skills and productivity. Optimise the efficient use of driver and vehicle resources to support operational demands. Foster positive working relationships with customers to ensure smooth and effective operations. Collect, analyse, and report on operational and financial performance data to identify efficiencies and improvements relating to MPG, tachographs, fuel consumption, and damage control. Coordinate site housekeeping and maintenance activities to uphold Health & Safety requirements. Be prepared for occasional travel across the UK as required.
Key Qualifications
- Proven expertise in driving continuous improvement initiatives and optimising operational processes.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Drivers' Hours, Tachograph, and Working Time Directive (WTD) legislation.
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations and ensuring full compliance.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with a track record of motivating, developing, and managing high-performing teams.
- Experience in budget management, KPI development, and performance measurement to achieve business objectives.
- Excellent organisational and planning abilities, with a proven capacity to meet tight deadlines.
- Proficient in utilising computerised systems, including Transport Management Systems (TMS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
- Exceptional attention to detail coupled with strong numeracy and analytical skills.
At InPost we hire awesome people who aren't afraid to bring ideas to the table, to make mistakes, and challenge the norm! Want to be part of a UK hub, in a global business that is scaling rapidly, evolving fast and radically changing the decades old delivery universe? If so, read on, as we're looking for a Warehouse Operations Manager to join our Lichfield team! We’re leading the logistics revolution, powering deliveries across the UK for some of the nation's biggest high-street and online brands. Our depots are the backbone of our operation, ensuring seamless logistics and top-notch service for our customers. Whether you're handling parcels, coordinating routes, or managing depot operations, you will play a key role in maintaining our high standards and efficiency. As our network grows at lightning speed, so do the opportunities within it. This is your chance to be part of something big, where every day is fast-paced, impactful, and full of possibilities.
Warehouse Operations Manager in Lichfield employer: InPost
InPost is located in Lichfield and is at the forefront of the logistics revolution in the UK. Employees enjoy a dynamic work environment where they can bring ideas to the table and grow within a rapidly evolving global business. The team is dedicated to maintaining high standards and efficiency in delivering exceptional service to customers.
