Warehouse Shift Manager

Are you a proven leader who thrives in a warehouse environment? Does motivating and developing a team come naturally to you? Do you have a flexible approach to management that allows you to organise and prioritise workload effectively? If yes, we have the opportunity for you!

GXO are looking for Warehouse Shift Managers to join us at our new site in Wellingborough. You’ll be responsible for driving efficient operational performance on shift, ensuring service levels are met, and maintaining strong communication with the senior management team. You’ll lead, coach and develop colleagues to deliver results, all while promoting a safe, high‑performance culture.

• Any 5 from 7, Sunday – Friday, rotating 06:00 – 14:00 and 14:00 – 22:00 (salary £40,000)
• Sunday – Thursday Nights, 22:00 – 06:00 (salary £45,000)

• Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum, depending on shift worked
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Company‑sponsored pension scheme
• Private medical and dental insurance, 24/7 online GP service, life assurance, comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to My Benefits platform: high street discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, cashback cards, saving scheme, etc.
• Access to GXO University for learning new skills and gaining qualifications
• Over 55% of positions promoted internally last year

• Take full operational responsibility for the day‑to‑day running of the warehouse on your shift, leading, motivating and developing your team to achieve challenging targets
• Create and maintain a positive team culture by actively encouraging involvement from all to improve employee engagement
• Identify cost‑saving initiatives and implement corrective actions where appropriate to maximise the efficiency of the warehouse operation
• Ensure all operational processes are fully compliant with Health & Safety policies, accurately identifying risks and escalating findings
• Communicate effectively with senior management, providing updates and insight

• Previous experience as a Shift Manager in a large, fast‑paced warehouse environment
• Competent user of Warehouse Management Systems, with JDA/Red Prairie experience being an advantage
• Experience managing conflicting priorities, with the ability to plan and organise a warehouse operation
• Excellent people skills – the ability to effectively lead, develop and manage a team, whilst identifying areas for development and recognising success

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains. GXO is a leading provider of cutting‑edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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