Job Description
Shift Manager (12 month Maternity Cover)
Deeside
Monday - Friday 2.30pm - 10.30pm.
Our client is one of Europe’s leading distributors of promotional clothing and leisurewear. Operating from the Head Office in Deeside, the site runs 24/6 to support next-day delivery, moving significant volumes daily across a workforce of more than 500 employees.
They are seeking a confident and performance-driven Shift Manager to cover a 12 month maternity cover and lead the late shift operation. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for delivering a safe, efficient and customer-focused warehouse operation across designated buildings. You will lead from the front, driving productivity, developing large teams and ensuring operational excellence at every level.
The Role
Reporting to Operations Management, you will:
* Take full ownership of shift performance, productivity and service levels
* Champion Health & Safety standards across your operation
* Lead, motivate and develop a team of 40+ colleagues
* Drive efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives
* Manage resource planning to ensure maximum utilisation
* Investigate errors, identify root causes and implement corrective action
* Conduct operational and H&S audits to maintain compliance
* Produce and present data-driven reports to senior management
* Deputise for Operations Management when required
About You
* Proven experience leading large teams in a fast-paced warehouse / distribution environment
* Strong operational and commercial awareness
* Results-driven, resilient and decisive under pressure
* Excellent planning, organisational and analytical skills
* Confident communicator with the ability to handle challenging situations professionally
* Passionate about developing people and improving performance
Salary to be discussed.