Senior Shift Manager

at  Great Bear

Company Description
Part of the Culina Group, Great Bear is the flexible, agile ambient 3PL alternative. Great Bear is a key player in ambient 3PL, and through an extensive depot network including unique state of the art facilities at Port Salford and Markham Vale Great Bear serves established FMCG businesses.
Job Description
Great Bear have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Senior shift Manager to join the team! As Senior Shift manager you will lead the team in delivering exceptional service to our customers while coaching and developing your team. You will need to plan, organise, direct and control Team Leaders and their shifts to deliver customer and business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to demonstrate existing experience at this level or similar within the 3PL or wider logistics sector.
• Previous experience in managing volume profiles that contain significant peaks and a level of promotional activity.
• Experience as part of an operational start up or larger supply chain projects also advantageous.
• Ability to think and work both strategically and operationally.
• Evidence of team management and development.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to converse at all levels, internally and externally.
• Demonstrable change management abilities
• Fast moving, high service level environments
  Additional Information
  As part of our drive to make Great Bear a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.
  Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement
• Company Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you’ll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
• Private Medical Cover – This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa
• Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer
• Life Assurance - 4 x your annual salary
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year
• Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
• Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTea

• Ensure high Health and Safety standards are maintained within your team and site.
• Ensure all accidents & incidents are thoroughly investigated, reported and escalated.
• Review all Risk Assessments and SSOW’s are reviewed in order to prevent incidents in the workplace.
• Ensure compliance and policy standards are adhered to at all times. Support in highlighting any training needs to the Senior Shift Manger.
• Plan, manage and review resource levels to meet operational requirements across all customers on site.
• Set and agree clear targets in line with KPI’s that deliver productivity and accuracy levels that meet customer and business expectations.
• Work with fellow managers to drive improvements across all KPIs from operational & customers.
• Support cost saving initiatives both on site and within the wider business.
• Investigate Accidents and incidents to ensure root cause is identified and action taken to prevent re-occurrence.
• Ensure compliance to all standard operating procedures, including stock control and accuracy.
• Ensure MHE on site is operated correctly.
• Ensure that the workplace is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness.
• Deputize for Distribution Centre Manager when required.
• Managing Absence – Liaise with your team to ensure all absence from work is managed using company procedure
• Deliver Team member performance reviews.
• Training, recruitment / succession planning.
• Facilitate effective communication.