Night Shift Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Smiths News Full time

Night Shift Operations Manager

About the Role

As a Night Shift Operations Manager at Smiths News, you will be responsible for managing one of the shift operations in our depot, reporting to the Depot Manager. Your key objective will be to ensure accurate and timely delivery of newspapers and magazines to our retailers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise all staff, providing training and coaching, and identifying training needs.
  • Provide accurate reports highlighting any challenges or successes.
  • Work closely with the management team to identify potential risks.
  • Maintain a high level of health and safety at all times.
  • Ensure compliance with legislation and company policy.
  • Work to an annual set budget and forecast.

What We Offer

As a Night Shift Operations Manager, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:

  • Company-funded Health Cash Plan, providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs.
  • 5% match pension.
  • 25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme.
  • 24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities.
  • Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan.
  • Colleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral scheme.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Warehouse Management Specialist to join our team. You will have a track record of success in a warehouse environment in a management position and be able to evidence:

  • Experience of working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Managing a large operation and being able to liaise at all levels.
  • Outstanding communication skills and the credibility to effectively build relationships with all team members and management.
  • Experience of planning and effectively executing a night operation, dealing with all issues and challenges as they arise.
  • Tenacity and an effective approach to meeting and exceeding targets and delivering an outstanding client experience.
  • Computer literacy and confidence in the use of technology and IT systems, including a high degree of knowledge of MS Office.
  • Excellent business acumen and strong commercial and financial awareness.

About Us

Smiths News is the UK's largest news wholesaler, serving 24,000 retailers every day of the year from 35 distribution centres. We are committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive, and we value diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our business.



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