Overview
Logistics done differently. Are you an Operations Manager, Warehouse Manager or experienced Shift Manager looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment? Do you take pride in building strong teams and running smooth, safe, high-performing operations?
Logistics done differently. Are you an Operations Manager, Warehouse Manager or experienced Shift Manager looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment? Do you take pride in building strong teams and running smooth, safe, high-performing operations?
We’re currently recruiting a Distribution Centre Manager to lead our operation in Gotham – south of Nottingham – for our customer, British Gypsum. You’ll take overall accountability for all Distribution Centre activities, managing a team of Warehouse Shift Managers and Inventory personnel, driving performance across a growing and evolving operation. You’ll also work closely with the customer and the General Manager, acting as their key operational partner on site.
What You’ll Do On a Typical Day
* Lead, coach and develop a team and be accountable for all operational XPO personnel on site
* Drive the site’s QHSE culture, championing behavioural safety tools and ensuring compliance at all times
* Take ownership for key performance areas including Stock Record Accuracy (SRA) and OTIF delivery, ensuring strong performance and continuous improvement
* Champion standardised process execution, ensuring the right reporting cadence and accurate, timely operational information
* Undertake robust root cause analysis on any performance shortfalls, ensuring corrective actions are communicated clearly and followed through
* Manage and complete all HR-related processes (including investigations, reviews, performance management, and absence management) in line with XPO standards
* Build and maintain strong relationships with on-site customer contacts, acting as a key stakeholder for operational updates and performance reviews
* Lead the day-to-day warehouse, ensuring customer products are moved efficiently and accurately
* Monitor and optimise processes to maintain and improve standards to recognised industry levels
* Support the wider logistics network and cover for the General Manager during periods of absence
What You Need To Succeed At XPO
* Previous experience leading a warehouse operation, with safety at the core of your leadership style
* National CPC – Desirable
* Strong people-management experience, including coaching teams, driving accountability, and completing HR processes
* Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build productive customer relationships
* Strong administration, organisational and IT skills
* Ideally a Health & Safety qualification (IOSH / NEBOSH) but not essential
* Experience with 5S, Six Sigma or Lean methodologies is highly advantageous
Be part of something big
We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
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