Job Title: Distribution Shift Manager
Function: Distribution
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Stone
Salary: Competitive Package
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join the Distribution Team at our Warburtons site in Stone and become part of our national network of Distribution Operations across the UK. Since 1876, we have earned a stellar reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality products across the UK. As we continue to grow, we want YOU to be part of our journey and help us maintain our first-class service for our customers. As a DVSA Earned Recognition Operator, we are known for consistently meeting high standards of safety and compliance and we believe in creating an environment that's inclusive, open, and progressive. We are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, at Warburtons, you'll find ample opportunities to develop your career while contributing to our success.
Why Join Us?
We understand the value of a work-life balance and offer:
* A slice of the annual profits (discretionary profit share)
* Family time is important to us, so as well as your holiday entitlement, we'll give you the opportunity to purchase up to an extra week's annual leave
* Award-winning pension scheme with contributions up to 7% (option to increase after 5 years to 12%)
* Life assurance
* Products you will love along with deals and discounts for you and your family through our Extra Dough website
* Continued investment in your personal development
* Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy with your daily brew
* Support for your health and wellbeing, including access to free physiotherapy, 24/7 access to a confidential helpline for practical advice, and a comprehensive occupational health service – is the 24/7 helpline Grocery Aid, unlimited access to GP appointments and more through
What You'll Be Doing?
As Driver Operations Team Manager you'll be at the heart of our operations, ensuring smooth, efficient processes while upholding our reputation for exceptional service. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Managing a team of Secondary/Class 2 Drivers: Taking responsibility for all people management activities throughout the employee lifecycle to drive improved performance and build a positive and motivated team where everyone is engaged. We have around 26 drivers in total, running 15 routes out of the site.
* Continuous Improvement: Use telematics and performance data to monitor safety trends and drive improvements across the fleet.
* Championing a Safety Culture: Positively influence behaviours and embed safety into daily operations, making it a core team value.
* Regulatory Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to Transport Operator Licence requirements, Tachograph and Working Time Directive regulations, and all Health, Safety & Environment legislation.
* Risk Management: Conduct regular safety audits, vehicle checks, and driver briefings to identify hazards and implement preventative measures.
* Training & Development: Deliver ongoing coaching and refresher training for drivers on safe driving practices, load security, and emergency procedures.
* Incident Response: Lead investigations into any accidents or near misses, ensuring corrective actions are taken and lessons learned are shared.
* Working on a 5 over 7 rota, around 42 hours per week, starting between 0400 and 0900
Essential Ingredients
* Previous experience as a Team Manager or Key Operative with experience in managing teams, coaching, and mentoring
* Knowledge of Tachograph and WTD regulations
* Good working knowledge of SAP, specifically the ERP module
* Understanding of Health, Safety, and Environment
* Experience with Driver telematics systems
* If you have your Transport Managers CPC that would be beneficial (but not essential)
About Us
Stone is a market town in the Borough of Stafford in Staffordshire, England. It is situated approximately 7 miles north of Stafford and 7 miles south of Stoke-on-Trent. We deliver to customers in Cheshire, Derbyshire, Shropshire Staffordshire and West Midlands.
We have several different shift patterns for Drivers and Warehouse Team Members, something to suit everyone and work closely with our Bakeries to ensure our customers have their freshly baked products daily, delivering over 21 million products per year And we're still growing….
We respect and value difference. We look to create an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Companies that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, or any other aspect which makes them unique, are proven to be better companies. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work, is the right thing to do.