Farnell
Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.
Join a global leader in electronics distribution and help shape the future of supply chain excellence.
At Farnell Global, part of the Avnet family, we’re passionate about delivering cutting-edge solutions and exceptional service to our customers worldwide. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a dynamic ShiftManager at our Leeds facility (LS15). This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
This role operates on a weekly rotating shift pattern, either:
1. 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm
or
2. 7am–3pm / 3pm–11pm
No weekend work – giving you time to recharge and enjoy your weekends.
What’s in it for you?
Alongside a competitive salary package, we offer:
3. Opportunities for career development within a global organisation
4. Access to Avnet’s extensive learning and development resources
5. A strong pension scheme to support your future
6. Private healthcare and wellbeing support to keep you feeling your best
7. A bonus to reward your impact
8. Access to a range of corporate benefits and discounts
9. A supportive, inclusive culture where your voice matters and your growth is encouraged
10. The chance to make a real impact in a high-performing team
The Ideal Person
You’re a confident leader with a strong background in distribution, logistics, or warehouse operations. You thrive in fast-paced, complex environments, have a keen eye for process optimisation, and are passionate about delivering outstanding service. You’ll bring a hands-on approach, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
What You’ll Be Doing
11. Overseeing key distribution centre activities including packing, shipping, receiving, inventory, and order fulfilment
12. Managing customer order shipments and resolving any fulfilment issues
13. Leading inventory control processes and ensuring documentation accuracy
14. Implementing and maintaining quality assurance procedures
15. Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and equipment standards
16. Producing operational reports and analysing productivity metrics
17. Driving process improvements and supporting strategic initiatives
18. Leading and developing a team of experienced professionals
What We’re Looking For
19. Proven experience leading teams in a distribution, logistics, or warehouse environment
20. Strong understanding of inventory management, order fulfilment, and quality control
21. Confidence in making decisions, solving problems, and driving operational improvements
22. Ability to collaborate across departments and communicate clearly
23. Experience working with compliance standards (ISO, ESD, etc.) is a plus
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
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