Operations Manager

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Operations Manager – PM Shift

Location: Mercia Park

Days: Mon‑Fri, 37.5 hours per week (1200‑2000 hours)

What you will be doing

  • Lead all warehouse operations, including inbound, outbound, and reverse logistics.
  • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and Group Audit standards.
  • Control operational costs in line with budget and forecasts.
  • Review weekly operational reports, investigate variances, and drive corrective actions.
  • Plan resource levels to meet seasonal and volume fluctuations.
  • Support recruitment and retention of warehouse staff.
  • Mentor and develop team leaders, providing clear feedback and support.
  • Ensure strong adherence to WMS processes.
  • Handle employee relations and disciplinary matters in line with company policy.
  • Build strong relationships with retail partners and internal stakeholders.
  • Communicate business priorities clearly to warehouse teams.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and performance.
  • Inspire, manage, and develop warehouse leaders to achieve operational targets.
  • Set clear KPIs and regularly review performance.
  • Drive a positive, high‑performance culture through effective communication and leadership.
  • Implement departmental policies and procedures to ensure safe and efficient operations.

About you

  • Proven senior management experience within a warehouse or logistics environment.
  • Strong financial, analytical, and cost management skills.
  • Excellent communication and influencing abilities.
  • Deep understanding of warehouse processes and WMS systems.
  • A track record of developing high‑performing teams.
  • Confident decision maker with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong IT skills, especially with spreadsheets, databases, and warehouse systems.

What we can offer you

Competitive salary package and opportunity to grow within a global company operating in 90+ countries.

Benefits include:

  • Enhanced annual leave entitlement from start, increasing with length of service.
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme for ultra‑low emissions cars.
  • Salary sacrifice cycle scheme.
  • WeCare App for physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs.
  • LifeWorks app for cashback and discounts.
  • Life insurance with expert probate support.

Required checks

Successful candidates will undergo right‑to‑work checks and, where applicable, 5‑year referencing and criminal record checks.

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Company: DSV Road GmbH
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Location: Swadlincote
Job Description:

Operations Manager – PM Shift

Location: Mercia Park

Days: Mon‑Fri, 37.5 hours per week (1200‑2000 hours)

What you will be doing

  • Lead all warehouse operations, including inbound, outbound, and reverse logistics.
  • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and Group Audit standards.
  • Control operational costs in line with budget and forecasts.
  • Review weekly operational reports, investigate variances, and drive corrective actions.
  • Plan resource levels to meet seasonal and volume fluctuations.
  • Support recruitment and retention of warehouse staff.
  • Mentor and develop team leaders, providing clear feedback and support.
  • Ensure strong adherence to WMS processes.
  • Handle employee relations and disciplinary matters in line with company policy.
  • Build strong relationships with retail partners and internal stakeholders.
  • Communicate business priorities clearly to warehouse teams.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and performance.
  • Inspire, manage, and develop warehouse leaders to achieve operational targets.
  • Set clear KPIs and regularly review performance.
  • Drive a positive, high‑performance culture through effective communication and leadership.
  • Implement departmental policies and procedures to ensure safe and efficient operations.

About you

  • Proven senior management experience within a warehouse or logistics environment.
  • Strong financial, analytical, and cost management skills.
  • Excellent communication and influencing abilities.
  • Deep understanding of warehouse processes and WMS systems.
  • A track record of developing high‑performing teams.
  • Confident decision maker with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong IT skills, especially with spreadsheets, databases, and warehouse systems.

What we can offer you

Competitive salary package and opportunity to grow within a global company operating in 90+ countries.

Benefits include:

  • Enhanced annual leave entitlement from start, increasing with length of service.
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme for ultra‑low emissions cars.
  • Salary sacrifice cycle scheme.
  • WeCare App for physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs.
  • LifeWorks app for cashback and discounts.
  • Life insurance with expert probate support.

Required checks

Successful candidates will undergo right‑to‑work checks and, where applicable, 5‑year referencing and criminal record checks.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026