Job Description

Overview

We are recruiting for an outstanding Distribution Centre Manager to join and strengthen our highly experienced senior management team. As a Distribution Centre Manager you will have the autonomy and responsibility for the day-to-day site management of your depot.

Responsibilities

• Achieve all depot objectives in terms of Health & Safety, security, productivity, transport and cost


• Deliver outstanding service to our customers with a team driven to be the best they can be


• Provide the safest and healthiest environment in which your teams work


• Encourage a competitive environment with clearly set productivity and service level targets for your teams


• Manage the Depot through P&L with effective planning and reporting

Qualifications

• You'll know the logistics or distribution industry and have experience of running large, fast-paced, 24/7 operations with responsibility for a daily throughput of 25,000+ and a workforce in excess of 250 employees


• You will be a confident communicator/presenter with the skills to lead and manage teams as well as influence strategy and liaise with Directors


• A person capable of decisive and effective decision-making, in a time-pressured environment


• A passion for building and motivating high-performing teams


• Someone who enjoys resolving problems and demonstrates high levels of resilience, self-motivation and flexibility


• Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability


• Our depots operate 365 days a year; you will be required to cover any 5 shifts, which could include weekend working


• A full UK driving licence is essential

Remuneration and Benefits

• Competitive salary plus a bonus scheme based on company and personal performance


• Company car or generous cash allowance and Private Medical Insurance


• Holiday trading


• Enhanced maternity and paternity package


• Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme


• Health kiosks visiting every location


• Vitality at Work


• Free on-site parking


• Discounted shopping from hundreds of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping


• Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends


• Free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses for employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job

Additional information

DPD UK is a member of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions. DPD UK is committed to being the most sustainable delivery company in the UK and values its people.

Location

Neath Port Talbot, Wales, United Kingdom; Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

Compensation

Salary: £49,911.00 - £55,191.00