We are currently looking to expand our Warehouse Leadership Team to assist in the management of the Evening shift.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Shift Manager looking for a rewarding position within an industry renowned, global organisation.

Focused on managing our outbound operations in our state-of-the-art Cork Distribution Centre, you will be responsible for directing our group of Team Leaders to execute all warehouse functions in a safe and efficient manner.

The successful candidate will have experience of leading and building teams to drive best in class performance, accuracy, and engagement.You will also be responsible for supporting our vision to being our customers most valued and trusted business partner.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure that products are selected accurately, safely and in a timely manner.
• Actively manage shift performance within established processes to achieve best results.
• Accountable for the correct intake / receipting of products when required.
• Ensure that all vehicles are loaded and dispatched accurately and on time.
• Manage and engage with warehouse lead/management team and provide guidance and coaching where required.
• Assist in motivating warehouse team and managing through performance KPI’s.
• Lead by example by coaching, motivating and inspiring warehouse team.
• Liaise with support staff, other shift managers and supervisors in all departments.
• Embed and apply all operational company policies and procedures.
• Ensure health and safety and food hygiene standards are continuously upheld.
• Identification and implementation of operational efficiencies within each function.
• Management of team performance and take relevant action accordingly.
• Deal with all personnel issues as per company policies and liaise with HR as required.
• Any other such duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to you by your manager.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a Shift Management role or similar supervisory role essential.
• Excellent knowledge of warehouse procedures.
• Experience in FMCG environment.
• Fully flexible in relation to start and finish times to meet the needs of the business.
• Experience in change management and continuous improvement.
• Excellent timekeeping and attendance.
• Exceptional communication skills with experience in building and developing teams.
• High level of motivational and interpersonal skills, maintaining strong close working relationships.

Core Competencies:

• Understanding Your Customers – acts as a role model in personal approach to internal and external customer goals. Takes time to understand the underlying needs of the stakeholders beyond those initially expressed.
• Flexibility & Adaptability – Demonstrates understanding of how change impacts people. Anticipates resistance to change and works to support effective change initiatives.
• Building Effective Relationships – Is a role model for maintaining constructive and effective relationships with others across departments and other boundaries. Demonstrates effective communication techniques and skills and is seen as a team player.
• Communication & Listening – Exceptional communication skills – writes and speaks clearly in a variety of communication settlings and style.
• Successfully delivers messages to all levels of the business and stakeholders achieving the desired effect.

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