DC Shift Supervisor at Jonsson Workwear

• The DC Shift Supervisor will work as part of the Leadership team at the Distribution Centre, responsible for overseeing the daily/nightly operations of the warehouse. The individual will be expected to work different shift patterns, along with the rest of the team.

The main responsibilities of the role include:

• Control, oversee and direct the activities across the Distribution Centre teams and ensure the functional systems are in place daily. 
• Investigate and report on all service levels internally from picking through to dispatch.
• Manage, control and report all Health and Safety, Maintenance and Security defects.
• Manage and co-ordinate any overtime required.
• Manage and control the entire department ensuring the online checkout requirements, custom packaging and bottle necks are controlled for the smooth flow of product through to the Dispatch / Invoicing area.
• Ensure that warehouse equipment is maintained according to the requirements of the Company.
• Lead the team through setting an example, guiding and developing the team; anticipate challenges and opportunities and respond to problems efficiently.
• Proactively deal with people or operational issues, and escalate to the Warehouse Leader, where appropriate.
• Work to tight deadlines in a demanding, high-volume warehouse.
• Collaborate closely with the broader DC leadership team including the customisation facility ensuring daily KPI's are met.

The experience we’re looking for:

• Worked with Warehouse Management Systems, preferably also RFID, barcode scanning, picking and packing.
• 3-5 years’ supervisory warehousing experience, ideally within large, modern FMCG or Clothing Retail DCs.
• Able to manage a team of approximately 35 – 40 staff.
• Computer Literate using MS Office (including very good Excel), Syspro, WMS - Datascope and PowerBI systems.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Valid driver’s licence with own reliable transport.

The type of personality that will excel:

•  A natural leader who is highly organised with excellent planning skills
• Is analytical, systems driven and a skilled problem solver.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Enjoys dealing with various stakeholders with a natural ability to communicate at all levels.
• Passionate about excellence and attention to detail.
• Works with a sense of urgency and motivates and encourages the team to deliver.
• Able to work extended hours and available after hours when required.