Job type:
Permanent
About Pro Carrier
Established in 2009, Pro Carrier is the exciting new cross border ecommerce delivery arm of DG International. The guiding principle of Pro Carrier is to allow our customers to find sending parcels cross border as simple as sending parcels within the UK. In offering a range of global delivery options, supported by a choice of final mile delivery partners, and backed up by smart and intuitive IT solutions, Pro Carrier has taken a fresh look at how we can support our customers to achieve cross border growth simply and effectively.
DG International was established in 2009 to provide high levels of customer service to a range of clients importing into the UK from Asia via sea and air. The company has grown rapidly since then and now offers a range of logistics services across diverse industry sectors. DG’s growth has been underpinned by a commitment to a set of shared values that creates a high-performance culture. We have employed self-motivated people who are empowered to make decisions to accelerate our growth. DG is poised for significant growth, with a strategy to grow to double in size over the next three years, with Pro Carrier being at the forefront of that plan. The leadership team is experienced, dynamic and client-centric, and the focus for growth is around new technology offerings that complement current services and additional market share from emerging markets.
Your new role:
Your new role will be to guide and direct the warehouse operators as they carry out their day-to-day duties, ensure all time constraints are met and that each shift is carried out safely and without issue. The warehouse controller is to step in and assist the Senior Warehouse Day Supervisor / Head of Hub Operations, when required to ensure that the day-to-day running of the shift runs smoothly and that all duties are carried out in a timely manner.
Responsibilities:
* Managing a team on a daily basis reporting into the Senior Warehouse Day Supervisor.
* Deputising for Senior Warehouse Day Supervisor during holiday cover, sickness etc.
* Dealing with other departments in a pleasant, personable manner.
* Following company procedures and policies and enforcing that within the team.
* To be part of the day-to-day operation within the warehouse.
* Ensuring the Operators are trained on all aspects within the warehouse operation.
* Using real-time data collection to increase accuracy and lower labour costs.
* Maintaining computerised administration, updating KPI’s on a daily basis.
* Overseeing logistics of receiving, warehousing and dispatch operations.
* Meeting regularly with warehouse leads to assess, analyse and develop actionable plans for loss prevention and productivity.
* Performing general maintenance of the machinery used in the warehouse.
What you'll need to succeed:
To achieve all of that, you will be able to demonstrate and show evidence of:
* Previous warehouse experience – 2 years minimum required.
* Supervisor / Management experience – 3 years minimum required.
* Ability to think outside the box to get the job done.
Personal Abilities/skills:
* Hands-on team player approach.
* Flexible approach to work.
* Personable and friendly.
* Ability to motivate the team to get the best from them.
What You'll Get in Return
In return, you can expect to be given considerable responsibility for implementation and work closely with a small leadership team where your efforts and success will be noticed.
We offer a competitive remuneration package, including free gym membership, private medical care and an employer pension contribution of 5% (based on the employee contributing 5%). We also offer free snacks (Chocolate, Fruit, Crisps, Protein Bars, Protein Shakes, Soft drinks etc), pay day treats (free lunch or breakfast on us!), company social events via our social committee, Employee of the month awards (a £500 bonus if you win!) plus many more!
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
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