Warehouse First Line Manager – PM Shift

Overview

As a Warehouse First Line Manager, you''ll oversee the operational procedures of the warehouse and a team of Partners working in it to ensure the smooth running of our supply chain operation. You''ll support the personal development of your team, creating a culture of inclusion and growth for everyone.Age requirement:

18-years or older to work in this role.Working pattern

37.5 hours per week. Earliest start time from 12:00 (midday) and latest finish time 23:00, including weekend working.Contract

6 month Fixed Term Contract, known internally as a Secondment.Location

Coulsdon CFCSalary

£36,400 - £57,600 per annum, depending on skills and experienceKey Responsibilities

Managing the warehouse space to receive, replenish, pick and dispatch products to customers in line with the agreed service level.

Ensure all Legal, Health and Safety, Food Safety, Working Time Directive and Operational procedures are adhered to at all times, ensuring the safety of self and others.

Support the delivery of the Business Plan - setting and meeting specific measurable targets for the team.

To maximise productivity and manage the usage of overtime and agency to improve costs.

Effectively communicating operational and business plans and changes to all Partners, supporting the implementation of the communications plan set by the Planning Team.

To support a culture of Continuous Improvement across the department and implement new projects

Deliver on key service level requirements that will improve the efficiency of the operation and improve site service.

Performance Management of all Partners within the team to ensure operational targets are met.

Ensuring all Personnel policies and procedures are followed that enable Partners to be treated fairly and with respect in line with the Partnership Principles.

To coach, support and develop the Partner and Management team to enhance job satisfaction and to fulfil their potential and help advancement.

Promote and emulate the partnership values, implement and support Partnership democracy and way of working within not only the site but the department.

To ensure information is recorded accurately on all Warehouse and Personnel Management Systems.

To cover in the absence of the Warehouse Shift Manager.

Essential skills/experience you''ll need

Experience working in a management role in a large Distribution / Warehouse environment with knowledge of working with warehouse management systems

Stock Management experience

A good understanding of Health and Safety legislation

Experience of dealing with full disciplinary procedures according to ACAS guidelines

Able to demonstrate building great relationships within your own and wider teams, as well as internal and external Stakeholders

Able to work effectively with changing objectives.

Next Steps

The application form consists of a CV upload followed by application questions. Please ensure you refresh the page each time you complete a task to ensure you complete everything that you need to in time. (If internal, check your Workday notifications and see further guidance on the PDW under "Internal application process"). We occasionally close vacancies early in the event we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we recommend you apply early.You’ll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we’ll be sure to discuss it with you.Thanks for your co-operation in the meantime and for showing an interest in joining JLP.About The Partnership

We’re the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re not just employees, we’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us.We’re ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food-lovers in Waitrose.As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect.We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we’re free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective.As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it.Important points to note

Some roles are subject to pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process. Any DBS checks will be carried out by a third-party registered body and financial probity checks may also be required for some roles.We also recommend applying early as vacancies can close early if we see a high number of applicants.We want all Partners to have a good work-life balance and we support flexible working where possible. This might include flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts. Please discuss this with the hiring manager during your ..... full job details .....