At Warburtons, family is at the heart of our business. Five generations' worth of expertise that goes into making our bakery products allows us to continue a tradition of baking inherited over the past 150 years.
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Warburtons is the largest bakery brand in the UK, but that doesn't allow us to rest on our laurels. We are pioneers of the industry and ambitious market leaders, always seeking to challenge ourselves and convention. It is part of our philosophy to provide honest good sense on issues of health and well-being, helping the whole family to enjoy our products as part of a healthy, balanced diet, through a range of products to suit all meal occasions, lifestyles and tastes.
Job Title: Distribution Shift Manager
Function: Distribution
Contract: Permanent
Location: Eurocentral
Salary: Competitive Package
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join the Distribution Team at Warburtons site in Eurocentral 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?
Permanent Contract for stability
Location: Eurocentral
Hours: 42 hours per week, 5 over 7 rota, starting between 0400 and 0900
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
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 Distribution Shift 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 50 class 2 drivers in total, running 29 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
Eurocentral is situated 3 miles from our Bellshill Bakery on the M8 corridor mid-way between Glasgow and Edinburgh. We deliver from Coatbridge in the central belt, to as far north as the Tay Bridge, as far south as Hawick and the full of the east coast including Edinburgh city centre.
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 770 customers have their freshly baked products daily, delivering over 28 million products per year! And we're still growing....