Shift Manager - Late Shift
Location: Chessington, Surrey
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Hours: Sunday to Thursday (Late Shift)
1. Sunday: 10:00am - 6:00pm (or potentially 12:00pm - 8:00pm)
2. Monday to Thursday: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
The Opportunity
We're looking to bring on board an experienced Shift Manager (or Senior Supervisor) to oversee our late shift operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business at an exciting time of transformation - including the implementation of a new ERP system.
3. Lead and manage the late shift team to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe warehouse and transport operations.
4. Oversee a team of around 20 warehouse operatives and 16 drivers across shifts.
5. Coordinate and support daily order fulfilment, vehicle loading, and next-day delivery preparation.
6. Manage evening handovers and ensure clear communication between early, mid, and late shifts.
7. Maintain high standards of health & safety, housekeeping, and operational performance.
8. Play a key role in embedding new systems and processes as the business transitions to Business Central ERP.
9. Support and develop your team, leading by example and fostering a positive working culture.
About You
We're looking for someone with strong people management skills, operational understanding, and a proactive attitude. You'll be confident managing a busy warehouse and transport operation, particularly during late shifts.
Essential skills & experience:
10. Previous experience as a Shift Manager, Warehouse Supervisor, or similar role in a logistics, transport, or distribution environment.
11. Strong organisational and communication skills.
12. A hands-on, approachable leadership style.
13. Comfortable working with IT systems - experience with ERP systems (particularly Business Central) is beneficial.
14. Ability to take ownership and initiative, especially during the quieter end of the shift when managing a smaller team (3-4 people).
Why Join Us?
15. Opportunity to make your mark - with succession potential as the site's future operational lead.
16. Join a supportive, experienced management team who value collaboration and long-term growth.
17. Be part of an exciting period of system and process modernisation.