Operations Shift Manager
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What we’re looking for
Proven experience leading teams within a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment, with the confidence to manage operational performance and people outcomes.
Strong understanding of warehouse operations, including labour planning, workflow management, service delivery and operational KPIs.
A strong commitment to health and safety, with the ability to identify risks, make decisions and maintain high standards across the operation.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience coaching, developing and supporting team members to achieve their potential.
A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to make decisions under pressure and drive continuous improvement.
What you will be doing
Leading and managing afternoon shift operations, ensuring safety, quality, service and productivity targets are achieved.
Managing and supporting Area Supervisors, providing clear direction, coaching and feedback to build capability and accountability.
Planning and optimising shift resources, including labour deployment, workflow priorities and operational activities.
Monitoring performance data, identifying improvement opportunities and taking action to resolve operational challenges.
Working closely with internal teams and transport partners to ensure smooth communication, effective problem-solving and excellent customer service.
Are Okarno and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?
Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of ‘Making the World a Better Home’ . We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.
We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.
And what about flexibility?
At Saint-Gobain, we’re always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments, and we’ll happily discuss any requirements you may have for this role. Whilst we can’t promise to meet every request when we’re recruiting, we do promise to listen.
If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your application further.
Requirements
- Proven experience leading teams within a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment, with the confidence to manage operational performance and people outcomes.
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations, including labour planning, workflow management, service delivery and operational KPIs.
- A strong commitment to health and safety, with the ability to identify risks, make decisions and maintain high standards across the operation.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience coaching, developing and supporting team members to achieve their potential.
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to make decisions under pressure and drive continuous improvement.
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