OverviewLogistics done differently. Are you an Operations Manager, Warehouse Manager or experienced Shift Manager looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment? Do you take pride in building strong teams and running smooth, safe, high-performing operations?Logistics done differently. Are you an Operations Manager, Warehouse Manager or experienced Shift Manager looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment? Do you take pride in building strong teams and running smooth, safe, high-performing operations?We’re currently recruiting a Distribution Centre Manager to lead our operation in Gotham – south of Nottingham – for our customer, British Gypsum. You’ll take overall accountability for all Distribution Centre activities, managing a team of Warehouse Shift Managers and Inventory personnel, driving performance across a growing and evolving operation. You’ll also work closely with the customer and the General Manager, acting as their key operational partner on site.What You’ll Do On a Typical DayLead, coach and develop a team and be accountable for all operational XPO personnel on siteDrive the site’s QHSE culture, championing behavioural safety tools and ensuring compliance at all timesTake ownership for key performance areas including Stock Record Accuracy (SRA) and OTIF delivery, ensuring strong performance and continuous improvementChampion standardised process execution, ensuring the right reporting cadence and accurate, timely operational informationUndertake robust root cause analysis on any performance shortfalls, ensuring corrective actions are communicated clearly and followed throughManage and complete all HR-related processes (including investigations, reviews, performance management, and absence management) in line with XPO standardsBuild and maintain strong relationships with on-site customer contacts, acting as a key stakeholder for operational updates and performance reviewsLead the day-to-day warehouse, ensuring customer products are moved efficiently and accuratelyMonitor and optimise processes to maintain and improve standards to recognised industry levelsSupport the wider logistics network and cover for the General Manager during periods of absenceWhat You Need To Succeed At XPOPrevious experience leading a warehouse operation, with safety at the core of your leadership styleNational CPC – DesirableStrong people-management experience, including coaching teams, driving accountability, and completing HR processesExcellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build productive customer relationshipsStrong administration, organisational and IT skillsIdeally a Health & Safety qualification (IOSH / NEBOSH) but not essentialExperience with 5S, Six Sigma or Lean methodologies is highly advantageousBe part of something bigWe strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know. #J-18808-Ljbffr