Job Title
Delivery Manager - Barnstaple (N106431)
Position Details
Part‑time, 21.50 hours per week. Shifts: Mon 08:00‑11:00; Tue 07:30‑14:00; Thu 15:00‑19:00; Fri 15:00‑18:00; Sat 09:00‑15:00.
Job Description
To be a successful Delivery Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to prioritise outstanding stock processing, stockroom organisation and achieve performance targets. Your experience in leading, coaching and motivating a high‑performing team will be crucial to your success. We will invest in your personal development from day one, and flexible working options are available.
About the Role
* Manage a team to deliver outstanding stock processing and stockroom organisation in a commercial, operationally efficient and safe environment, achieving performance targets.
* Demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all operational activities by working alongside the team and supporting the sales floor and store management team when needed.
* Create an atmosphere where supporting, motivating and inspiring your team to be at their best is at the core of everything you do.
* Ensure smooth running of the stockroom processes by continuously improving, identifying and solving problems—driving the highest stockroom and stock‑processing standards.
* Always strive to ensure our beautifully presented stock is available to our customers as soon as possible.
About You
* You are passionate about our customers, people and products, inspiring and motivating others to create a great working atmosphere.
* Team player who works best in a results‑driven, fast‑paced and challenging environment, adapting quickly to change and engaging the team in new objectives.
* Excellent communicator, calm and approachable even under pressure, setting realistic expectations with others.
* Strong problem‑solving skills, sound business decision‑making, confidence in challenging processes, and innovative ideas to drive the business forward.
* Confident when dealing with people issues.
* Effective multi‑tasker able to plan, organise and prioritise workload.
* Experience working to productivity‑related performance targets is desirable but not essential.
EEO Statement
In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This role is not typically considered for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; candidates are encouraged to consider their own right to work options without Next sponsorship.
Application Process
Press the apply button now to start your application. If your application matches our criteria we will arrange a Telephone or Video interview. The next stage is an in‑store assessment. To apply you must not have had an unsuccessful application for a similar role in the last 6 months.
Application adjustments are available for candidates with disabilities or long‑term conditions. Contact careers@next.co.uk with subject “Workplace Adjustments” or call 0116 429 8726. Availability: Mon–Thu 09:00‑17:00; Fri 09:00‑16:45; Sat 09:00‑17:00; Sun 09:00‑16:00.
About the Company
Next is a FTSE‑100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We are the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and a market leader in kidswear. We operate over 500 stores and offer online sales in more than 70 countries.
Benefits
* Fantastic rewards for achieving results.
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria’s Secret* products (when purchased through NEXT).
* 10% off most partner brands and up to 15% off Branded Beauty.
* Sharesave Scheme.
* 60% off a generous (optional) working wardrobe allowance (minimum 6‑week contract).
* Early VIP access to sale stock.
* Hot deals and exclusive offers from 3,500+ retailers via our online benefits platform.
* Access to Staff Shops and discounted flexible gym memberships (Wellhub), health & wellbeing services.
* Life assurance, health plan for you and family, financial wellbeing support, apprenticeship (England stores only).
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