About the role... Are you a hands-on leader passionate about people, process, and performance?
Poundland is seeking a Warehouse Team Manager to join our high-performing Distribution Centre team in Wigan. In this pivotal role, you will lead and inspire a team of warehouse colleagues, ensuring stock is received and dispatched efficiently and safely. You’ll be at the heart of the operation, working shoulder-to-shoulder with your team to drive productivity, accuracy, and a culture of continuous improvement
Shift Pattern: Red Shift
Week One – Wednesday to Saturday
Week Two – Thursday to Saturday
Shift Times: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
We uphold three core behaviours that guide all our actions:
Love Our Customers: We strive to delight our customers, listening and responding to their needs because they are our priority.
Care for Our Colleagues: We support each other to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Protect Our Pounds/Euros: We are committed to cost-efficiency and value, ensuring every penny counts.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Why choose us?
Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue QUALIFICATION through our apprenticeship programme.
Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements.
Free On-Site Parking: Enjoy the convenience of free parking, making your daily commute hassle-free.
Onsite Coffee Lounge: Take advantage of our onsite coffee lounge, a perfect space to relax and recharge during breaks.
Exclusive Store Discounts: Receive a 10% discount on most in-store purchases, enhancing your shopping experience.
Family-Friendly Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits are designed to support your and your family’s needs.
My Staff Shop: Gain exclusive discounts through our ‘My Staff Shop’ portal, saving on various products and services.
Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your family’s future.
Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing.
Generous Holiday Allowance: Start with a generous leave entitlement that increases by one day each year (up to 33 days), with the option to buy additional holiday annually. Celebrate your special day off work every year with an extra day’s holiday because we believe birthdays are important.
Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement.
Your Impact and Responsibilities…
Lead from the Front: Manage and support a team of warehouse colleagues by working alongside them, coaching and motivating them to deliver their best.
Health & Safety First: Role model safe working behaviours and ensure compliance with all health and safety standards.
Drive Performance: Deliver all operational KPIs through effective planning, clear communication, and continuous improvement.
Customer Focused: Ensure store orders are accurate, delivered on time, and in perfect condition.
Develop Your Team: Conduct performance reviews, identify training needs, and support succession planning.
Keep It Compliant: Ensure all colleagues follow policies, standard operating procedures, and legal requirements.
Own Your Area: Maintain excellent housekeeping, ensure equipment is well-maintained, and manage cost-effective operations.
Support the Business: Collaborate with transport, retail, HR, training, and finance teams to deliver joined-up solutions
Skills and Knowledge…
Proven Leadership Experience: Previous experience managing a warehouse team in a fast-paced environment.
Strong Operational Knowledge: Familiarity with distribution operations, systems (e.g. Vitesse, JDA Dispatcher, Dimensions), good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft packages, and up to date knowledge of health & safety legislation.
Effective Communication: Clear and constructive communication with colleagues at all levels.
Problem Solver: Resilient and solutions-focused with a proactive approach to challenges.
Organisation & Drive: Strong planning and time management skills, with the ability to juggle competing priorities.
Qualifications: IOSH/NEBOSH or similar H&S certifications re advantageous.
About us... Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 850 stores and nearly 17,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings.
At Poundland & Dealz, we don't just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers.
Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. Our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues make it all possible.
We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do and keep us on track. They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros. By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprises—a place where our people can truly be the best versions of themselves!
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