Overview
Pay Rate: £34,500 per year
Grade: RCS N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Any 5 in 7 (includes weekend working). Fixed PM shift: 15:00-23:00 (3pm-11pm).
Location: Daventry, NN6 7GW
Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.
We're now looking for a First Line Manager to engage teams and drive continuous improvement in our warehouse.
Do people turn to you when it counts?
Can you see what needs fixing - and get it done?
Are you the kind of leader who lifts the whole team?
If this sounds like you, then read on!
WHAT YOU'LL DO
* Build and develop the team - you'll have a team of 20 reporting into you working across various tasks in the warehouse from picking, tipping, loading, decanting and more.
* Meet and exceed - you'll make sure the operation is meeting service levels and KPI's and want to work to improve them.
* Encompass a curious and positive attitude - get involved with automation projects on site, you'll want to do your best everyday.
* Give people and team leadership - from 1-2-1's, managing holiday/absence, and performance reviews.
THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO
* Are a great listener - You tune in, pick up on detail, and respond with care.
* Can demonstrate they're easy to talk to - Friendly, open, and ready to help - whether it's a teammate or a customer.
* Are warehouse savvy - You know your way around a busy floor and keep things moving safely and smoothly across all areas.
* Are skilled at using computers and basic software like email, spreadsheets, and databases.
WHY JOIN US?
* Free parking
* Discretionary bonus based on performance
* We're happy to talk about flexible working - just ask about alternative patterns at interview
* Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
* Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
* Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
* Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
* Visit the careers site to learn more
WHO WE ARE
We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.
BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE
At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.
As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.
Please send your application early. Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 3 November 2025. We check them often and may close before the set date if we get too many. Late ones might not count, but with your okay, we can keep them for future roles.
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