Shift Manager (Aylesbury Distribution Centre, Rexel Central & Cotswolds, GB)

Warehouse Shift Manager Opportunity: Drive Excellence at Rexel's Flagship Distribution Centre

Are you a results-oriented and customer-focused leader with a passion for operational excellence? Rexel is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Shift Manager to take the helm of our Cables & Containment team at our state-of-the-art Flagship Aylesbury Distribution Centre. This is a pivotal role where you will be instrumental in shaping the day-to-day success of a vital operational area, contributing directly to our commitment to customer satisfaction and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities and Strategic Impact

In this dynamic role, you will be empowered to:

• Operational Oversight: Spearhead the planning and execution of daily warehouse activities, ensuring seamless management of picking, packing, and despatch for both customer and branch orders.
• Customer Centricity: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to consistently deliver exceptional customer service.
• Team Leadership & Development: Motivate, train, and develop your team, fostering a high-performance culture aligned with company policies and procedures. You'll be responsible for staff planning, retention, and ensuring the well-being and productivity of your direct reports.
• Operational Strategy & Efficiency: Contribute to the implementation of overarching operational strategies, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement. You will play a key role in driving lean principles to enhance processes, eliminate waste, and maximise efficiency.
• Performance Management: Monitor and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure targets are met, including meticulous tracking and reporting of shift performance.
• Health, Safety & Security: Uphold the highest standards of health & safety, site security, and stock integrity, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and quality standards.
• Cost Management: Effectively control and monitor operational costs within your area of responsibility, including overtime and transport expenses.
• Technology Utilization: Leverage RF and HHT technology to optimise stock placement, accuracy, and overall throughput efficiency.
• Communication: Facilitate clear and consistent communication across your shift through regular feedback and team briefings, ensuring all colleagues are informed of business updates and operational changes.

Advantages of a Career at Rexel

Joining Rexel means investing in your career and well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally:

• Generous Leave: Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), with the added perk of your birthday off. Opportunities to buy and sell leave provide further flexibility.
• Performance Rewards: Benefit from a performance-based quarterly bonus scheme, recognising your contributions to our success.
• Family Support: Access competitive enhanced family leave benefits, offering peace of mind during significant life events.
• Career Growth: Embark on a journey of continuous learning with extensive learning and development opportunities available from day one.
• Health & Wellbeing: Prioritise your health with a free virtual GP service accessible 24/7 and a comprehensive health and wellbeing support programme.
• Employee Perks: Take advantage of a generous staff discount on our webshop and exclusive holiday offers through our dedicated travel partner.
• Financial Guidance: Receive valuable support with free financial education and mortgage advice.

Who You Are: Essential Skills and Experience

To thrive in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A strong understanding of Health & Safety, environmental, and/or quality standards within a distribution setting.
• Proven experience in managing warehouse operations and leading teams, with a demonstrable ability to sustain motivation and foster development.
• Exceptional multitasking abilities and a commitment to achieving deadlines.
• Previous experience in inventory control.
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS); M3 knowledge would be advantageous.
• Awareness and practical application of lean techniques for process improvement.
• Excellent communication skills (spoken and written English) and strong numeracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• A strong ability to analyse data and ensure a high degree of accuracy.

At Rexel, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone feels respected and empowered to succeed. We believe that our diverse perspectives and experiences are the foundation of our innovation and success.