Are you a proven leader who thrives in a warehouse environment? Does motivating and developing a team come naturally to you? Would you like to put this experience to use with an ambitious and growing operation? Yes? Then you’re in the right place.
We are looking for a Stock and Inventory First Line Manager to join our Dunelm site in Stoke. Supporting the Stock and Inventory Shift Manager, you will be responsible for providing leadership and guidance to the Stock and PI teams enabling them to meet objectives, encouraging open communication as well as effectively resolving any issues and queries related to stock.
This is a full time, permanent position, where you’ll be working an ‘any 5 from 7’ day shift pattern, the hours of work will be 06:00 – 14:00.
Pay, benefits and more:
You’ll be paid a salary of up to £28,000 per annum. You’ll also receive 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days so you can enjoy a positive work-life balance. You’ll have access to private healthcare, a dental plan, a workplace pension, our GXO University which provides you the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications at a pace that you’re comfortable with. Plus, many other perks such as a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme and our continued focus on internal promotions, over 55% last year!
On our Dunelm contract you'll also be eligible for a discount after 13 weeks, giving you access to sale events and heavily discounted poduct lines - so you can create both a home and a career that you'll love!
What you’ll do on a typical day:
Monitor stock and administrative operational activities ensuring that contractual obligations for the customer are achieved and generating solutions for improvement where necessary Plan and assist the department in all stock counts and audits of inventory ensuring integrity is maintained at all times Communicate with the stock manager on a day-to-day basis whilst delivering any agreed actions required to keep the operation efficient, including discrepancy resolution and management of customer service issues People management including performance management, absence management and development of the team including coaching and mentoring
What you need to succeed at GXO:
A proven track record as a team leader/first line manager within a fast-paced warehouse environment, with a specific focus on stock and inventory A strong knowledge of stock management processes including demonstrable experience of using WMS systems Adaptability when working in a rapidly changing and fast-paced environment with excellent planning skills The ability to take responsibility and demonstrate commitment by leading by example
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