Pay Rate: £33,720.96
Grade: N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: 4on4off, 6am to 6pm
Location: Northampton
Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.
We're now looking for a First Line Manager to take the helm of our daily Ops & transport operations!
In this pivotal role, you will lead our dynamic team to achieve excellence and drive success throughout our transport network. Join us and be a key player in shaping the future of logistics!
✅WHAT YOU'LL DO
* To plan, co-ordinate, supervise and report on work activities of a team; providing effective communication, leadership, motivation, training & development
* Manage staffing levels to meet volumes and productivity KPI's
* Direct the daily activity to ensure a safe, secure, clean and fair work environment for the team
* Preparation of key performance indicators
* Deliver team performance reviews, development and/or succession planning as required
* Ensure compliance to standard operating procedures (SOP's, SSOW's and RA's)
* Work in collaboration with other DHL sites to maximise efficiencies and best practice
✅WHAT YOU'LL BRING
* Previous First Line Manager Experience, either within Operations OR Transport
* Experience in Managing Teams/Multiple departments
* Experience of working in a busy retail operation
* IT Literate, with Microsoft Office Package Excel
✅WHY JOIN US?
* Discretionary bonus based on performance
* We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
* Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
* Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
* Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
* Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
* Visit to learn more
✅WHO WE ARE
We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.
✅BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE
At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.
As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.
Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 07/05/2026 Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.
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