Distribution Centre Manager

OverviewDPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion and our aim is to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. At DPD UK we also aim to deliver the best service, use the best technology and recruit and retain the best people in the industry.DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.We are currently 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.Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.ResponsibilitiesAchieving all Depot objectives in terms of Health & Safety, security, productivity, transport and costDeliver outstanding service to our customers with a team driven to be the best they can beProvide the safest and healthiest environment in which your teams workEncourage a competitive environment with clearly set productivity and service level targets for your teamsManage the Depot through P&L through effective planning and reportingQualificationsWhat we’re looking forYou’ll know the logistics or distribution industry and have experience of running large, fast paced, 24/7 operations with responsibility of a daily throughput of 25,000+ daily 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 our DirectorsA person capable of decisive and effective decision-making, in a time pressured environmentA passion for building and motivating high-performing teamsSomeone that really 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, therefore you will be required to cover any 5 shifts, which could include weekend working.A full UK driving licence is essential.Remuneration and BenefitsAlongside a competitive salary plus a bonus scheme based on company and personal performance, company car or generous cash allowance and Private Medical Insurance; we recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…Holiday tradingEnhanced maternity and paternity packageFree life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension schemeHealth Kiosks visiting every locationVitality at WorkFree On Site ParkingDiscounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shoppingMilestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friendsFor employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glassesJoining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. xpwpeyx As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities.If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers\' promises, then this is the job for you Apply today#J-18808-Ljbffr