Warehouse Shift Manager

Part of the Culina Group, IPS are the UK market leader in Contract Packing solutions. IPS provide the most extensive pool of Contract Packing equipment and expertise available in the UK. We are now widely integrated and embedded within operations right across the Culina Group network. At Culina Group we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged and inspired!

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Warehouse Shift Manager’s role is pivotal and will be focused on delivering consistent performance, ensuring that all day-to-day aspects of the operation are managed proactively. As a Warehouse Shift Manager, you will be working with the Warehouse Operations Manager to fine-tune the current operation and are responsible for the day-to-day management of a large team.

Working hours: Monday to Friday rotating, 06.00-14.00 / 14:00-22:00

Salary: £34,000-£36,000 per annum (DOE)

Key Duties of a Warehouse Shift Manager:

• Manage team attendance, performance, productivity and accuracy levels, motivating team members to achieve high levels.
• Co-ordinate and motivate the warehouse operation to ensure effective operational performance.
• As part of the senior operations team, drive continuous improvement within the warehouse, implementing plans to consistently improve performance.
• Responsible for shift manning and labour management to achieve workloads in a time-sensitive operation.
• Overall management and responsibility for achieving operational KPI’s.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of warehouse operational areas including returns, inventory control, co-pack, delivery schedules along with Health & Safety procedures.
• Communicate confidently and effectively with staff, customers and other areas of the business to maintain and develop positive relationships.
• Responsible for controlling labour costs, whilst ensuring a flow of work is maintained throughout the warehouse without any disruption to the business.
• Responsible for the promotion of Health & Safety within the warehouse promoting MHE and accountability.
• Performance managing employees to ensure maximum productivity and taking appropriate steps to manage underperformance.
• Responsible for proactively managing and addressing any disciplinary matters that may arise ensuring that the correct procedure is followed at all times.
• Responsible for the control and management of all sickness and absence, supporting and managing employees effectively to ensure low levels of absence.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a similar role within an FMCG environment.
• Have a good working knowledge within a Warehouse and Logistics operation.
• Great knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety.
• The ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Effectively prioritise workload in order to meet set deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Strong and effective communicator at all levels.
• Be proactive and able to make decisions.
• Work and communicate effectively across multi-functional departments.
• The ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.

Additional Information:

As part of our drive to make IPS a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard-working performers. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives. Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave: Competitive holiday entitlement of 33 days inclusive of bank holidays.
• Pension scheme: We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance: 4 x your annual salary.
• Wellness: Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers: We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition: We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts: Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam.