Delivery Manager – Wakefield Outlet (N116756)
Team: Retail
Location: Wakefield
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Schedule: Part time
Salary: From £14,509
Posting Date: 12/05/2026
Apply Before: 25/05/2026
Shifts: 21hrs p/w – Mon 15:00‑19:00; Wed 08:30‑16:30; Thu 08:00‑11:00; Fri 08:30‑15:30
About the Role
- Manage a team to deliver outstanding stock processing and stockroom organisation in a commercial, operationally efficient, safe environment while achieving performance targets.
- Demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all operational activities by working alongside the team, supporting the sales floors and store management team when needed.
- Create an atmosphere where supporting, motivating and inspiring the team to be at their best is at the core of everything you do.
- Ensure smooth running of stockroom processes by continuously improving, identifying and solving problems – driving the highest stockroom and stock processing standards.
- Always strive to ensure beautifully presented stock is available to customers as soon as possible.
About You
- Passionate about customers, people and products, inspiring others with an energetic approach to work.
- A team player who thrives in a results‑driven, fast‑paced, challenging environment, adapting quickly to change and engaging others.
- A great communicator, able to work naturally with people at all levels, remaining calm and approachable under pressure.
- Skilled at problem‑solving, sound business decision‑making, confidently challenging processes and generating innovative ideas to move the business forward.
- Confident in dealing with people issues.
- Effective multi‑tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise workload.
- Experience working to productivity performance targets is desirable but not essential.
In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This role is not one we would typically consider for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route due to the relevant Home Office requirements on skill level not being met. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without Next sponsorship.
Benefits
- Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results.
- 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (when purchased through NEXT).
- 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty.
- Sharesave Scheme.
- 60% off a generous optional working wardrobe allowance to buy clothes to wear for work (minimum 6‑week contract).
- Early VIP access to sale stock.
- Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform.
- Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops.
- Access a digital GP and other free health and well‑being services.
- Life assurance.
- You can register for a discounted health plan for you and your family.
- Financial Well‑being – Save, track and enhance your financial well‑being.
- Apprenticeship – Earn, learn and gain a qualification (England stores only).
- Direct to Work – Discount online and in‑store, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store.
- Support Networks – Access Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other.
- Wellhub – Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more.
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long‑term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email careers@next.co.uk (please include “Workplace Adjustments” in the subject line), or call us on 0116 479 2223 / 0044 116 479 2223 (line opening times are Monday to Thursday 9am – 5pm; Friday 9am – 4.45pm; Saturday 9am – 5pm & Sunday 9am – 4pm. Excludes bank holidays).
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Team: Retail
Location: Wakefield
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Schedule: Part time
Salary: From £14,509
Posting Date: 12/05/2026
Apply Before: 25/05/2026
Shifts: 21hrs p/w – Mon 15:00‑19:00; Wed 08:30‑16:30; Thu 08:00‑11:00; Fri 08:30‑15:30
About the Role
- Manage a team to deliver outstanding stock processing and stockroom organisation in a commercial, operationally efficient, safe environment while achieving performance targets.
- Demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all operational activities by working alongside the team, supporting the sales floors and store management team when needed.
- Create an atmosphere where supporting, motivating and inspiring the team to be at their best is at the core of everything you do.
- Ensure smooth running of stockroom processes by continuously improving, identifying and solving problems – driving the highest stockroom and stock processing standards.
- Always strive to ensure beautifully presented stock is available to customers as soon as possible.
About You
- Passionate about customers, people and products, inspiring others with an energetic approach to work.
- A team player who thrives in a results‑driven, fast‑paced, challenging environment, adapting quickly to change and engaging others.
- A great communicator, able to work naturally with people at all levels, remaining calm and approachable under pressure.
- Skilled at problem‑solving, sound business decision‑making, confidently challenging processes and generating innovative ideas to move the business forward.
- Confident in dealing with people issues.
- Effective multi‑tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise workload.
- Experience working to productivity performance targets is desirable but not essential.
In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This role is not one we would typically consider for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route due to the relevant Home Office requirements on skill level not being met. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without Next sponsorship.
Benefits
- Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results.
- 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria’s Secret* products (when purchased through NEXT).
- 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty.
- Sharesave Scheme.
- 60% off a generous optional working wardrobe allowance to buy clothes to wear for work (minimum 6‑week contract).
- Early VIP access to sale stock.
- Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform.
- Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops.
- Access a digital GP and other free health and well‑being services.
- Life assurance.
- You can register for a discounted health plan for you and your family.
- Financial Well‑being – Save, track and enhance your financial well‑being.
- Apprenticeship – Earn, learn and gain a qualification (England stores only).
- Direct to Work – Discount online and in‑store, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store.
- Support Networks – Access Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other.
- Wellhub – Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more.
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long‑term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email careers@next.co.uk (please include “Workplace Adjustments” in the subject line), or call us on 0116 479 2223 / 0044 116 479 2223 (line opening times are Monday to Thursday 9am – 5pm; Friday 9am – 4.45pm; Saturday 9am – 5pm & Sunday 9am – 4pm. Excludes bank holidays).
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