Warehouse Manager
Job Description
Job title: Warehouse Manager
Company: DFDS
Job description: A part of the Global DFDS Network, McBurney Transport Group is the leading provider in haulage and cold chain logistics and storage. Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Warehouse Manager to join our team.
Be part of the movement – and play your part.
About the role
You will be responsible for:
- Motivating, organising and encouraging teamwork within the workforce to ensure productivity targets are met.
- Training staff and monitoring their performance and progress
- Planning work rota’s, staff holidays and overtime and verifying wages.
- Producing regular reports and statistics on a daily, weekly and monthly basis as necessary and Planning, coordinating and monitoring the receipt, order picking and dispatch of goods
- Periodic checks on invoice accuracy in terms of rates, etc
- Visiting customers / conference calls to monitor the quality of service they are receiving by way of monthly operational reviews and KPI reports.
- Briefing Supervisors on the issues for that particular day
About you
- Normally educated to degree level with several years experience as Supervisor / team leader in logistics management.
- Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices
- Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives and the ability to plan and organise work schedules.
- Strong knowledge of warehousing key performance indicators (KPI’ s)
- Leadership skills, ability to manage staff and work in multi-cultural environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- IT skills – internet navigation, spreadsheets and databases. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.
Working at DFDS
Join the movement and grow with us.
Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:
- Canteen
- Company Pension
- Free onsite parking
- Health & Wellbeing programme
While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.
Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now.
If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Expected salary:
Location: Liverpool
