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SalaryErith, Greater London
The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
We are now looking for a Warehouse Manager to join our Erith site (DA18 4AF). On a permanent, full-time basis working nights. The shift pattern for this role will be between 22:00 and 09:00, Sunday to Friday ( 5 shifts). With a salary of £42,210 Plus £1,800 night shift allowance per annum,.
We are looking for someone is ready to take the team to the Next level and develop Process.
The Benefits
- 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays)
- Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Critical Illness Cover
- Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
- On Site Mental health First Aiders
- Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
- Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
- Tailored development and career opportunities
You’ll have the chance to boost your professional experience and development by putting your leadership skills to the test in a progressive, innovative environment where no two days are the same.
So, if you’re looking to take charge of an exceptional team whilst gaining an impressive benefits package, this is the perfect role for you.
The Role
As the Warehouse Manager, you will oversee the effective operation of our Erith warehouse during the night shift, ensuring the safe handling of all goods and helping customers receive excellent service and ensuring any concerns, issues or variances to instructions are immediately communicated to the team and, when relevant, line manager to allow appropriate action to be taken at the earliest opportunity
You will implement effective handling procedures and providing staff training on the correct use of Manual Handling Equipment.
Providing expert leadership to the Warehouse Team, you will create an environment of communication and positive discussion, supporting line managers to oversee staff performance, monitor absences and manage disciplinary procedures.
you will also ensure all vehicles are loaded and unloaded using the correct equipment and customer requirements are delivered within the required timescale. A major focus of your role will be to ensure a safe working environment. As such, you will support H&S efforts, monitoring workplace safety, revieing processes and providing training where required.
About You
- A proven operations management background in third-party logistics
- Previous supervisory experience
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent IT skills including Microsoft packages and email
Other organisations may call this role Logistics Manager, Warehouse and Logistics Manager, Operations Manager, or Warehouse Operations Manager.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.
