ROLE PURPOSE:

A Shift Manager Designate supports the Assistant Distribution Centre Manager with the daily management of all site operations, leading Team Leaders within the various departments on site. A passion for results will ensure that all specified standards are maintained if not exceeded, ensuring resources are planned and controlled. Working as one team to ensure that operational efficiencies are identified and maximized and within agreed budgets and timescales; Leading Growth & Innovation within the team, utilizing appropriate resources and safe working practices; to be an ambassador to help create a Supply Chain that makes our customer smile!

A TYPICAL DAY IN THIS ROLE INCLUDES:

Providing flexible coverage within our Shift Manager team on our AM, PM and Day shifts
Coach and develop colleagues, ensuring regular reviews are conducted, implementing and endorsing all agreed training and development plans
Drive site development through continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives
Engage all operations across the DC to ensure that they are working in a collaborative manner with each other, to provide the optimum output, and review the necessity for corrective actions where required
Collaborate with Business Key Stakeholders to optimize all DC activities and its interface with its other areas of the operation; for example Transport, Stores and Supply Chain
Provide a comprehensive shift handover to the appropriate Shift Manager
Take a strong commercial focus with direct management of the targeted budget cost for your shift, ensuring the successful delivery of KPI’s; to contribute towards business strategy
Role model a site culture that demonstrates our company values
Be an ambassador for driving good health & safety practices across the site
Driving and leading, ad hoc projects and reports where required
Conduct site and team briefings where required
Deputize as the Distribution Centre Manager when required
Working flexibly to meet the demands of the business
Manage employee matters by chairing Investigation, Disciplinary, Grievance or Appeal meetings when required
Work alongside and collaboratively with The People Team to manage employee absence
Work closely with the Transport Team to optimize the DC activity and its interface with transport/warehouse operations