Depot General Manager Motherwell, Scotland
Job description
The Vacancy
At Evri we understand that searching for your first job, your next job, or that big promotion is a huge milestone. Here at Evri we always think about what it’s like to be in your position when making those big decisions. It takes courage to make change happen in your life, and we’re here to help you with that.
You’re not just a number to us. You’ve got to know you’ll love working here. It’s as important to us as you ‘being the right fit’. We want to help you feel what it’s like to work at Evri, to see the value you can bring to any of our roles, and how we can help you grow. We’re never one-size-fits-all. Our careers are as unique as you are.
Evri is leading the way in creating responsible delivery experiences and our team in our Northern Region, covering Depots including: Belfast/Dundee/Eurocentral/Carlisle and Tyneside however on occasions may be asked to work at other locations.Wehave a Designate Depot General Manager role which just might be perfect for you! Our people are extremely important to our business, without them we wouldn’t be where we are today, striving to do the best for our customers and clients. If you like what you hear, then we’d love you to apply!
Joining our Depot Management Team you will be reporting to the Head of Depot Operations, the purpose of this role is to play an influential and pivotal role in the leadership and development of the depot team. The role is responsible for driving the best operational performance for the depot by working with key partners in Hubs, Field, and support functions to ensure the key performance indicators are achieved.
Our Designate Depot General Manager role is also designed to be fully flexible across the area to support the area on a day to day basis to include holiday and absence cover for DGM’s so it is essential you have strong leadership skills and can make decisions on their behalf. Also resolution of areas of concern where you will provide strong plans of improvement and manage action plans end to end.
The Designate Depot General Manager North will be a role model of behaviours and lead our health and safety Go Home Safe message.
ABOUT THE ROLE
- To deliver the budget, cost and service metrics set for the depot by the Area Manager by monitoring and challenging KPIs implemented by the operational management teams.
- To support the Area in delivering strategic improvements and deliverables for the growth of the business
- Deputise for the DGM’s when they are not available and be the point of contact and have accountability for their depot during that time.
- To work across all shifts, as well as team structures
- To review depot performance through data and trends that deliver solutions for Depot management to action. Follow up, challenge and continuously improve through coaching and mentoring.
- Demonstrate strong aspirational visible leadership qualities to lead the transport and harmonise, challenge, and provide clear direction and strength in leadership. Inspirational and visionary, but ultimate calm and thoughtful in execution.
SKILLS/QUALS
- CPC National Certificate is desirable
- Full driving licence is required.
- IOSH Qualified
- Demonstrate ability to assess operational performance and ability, people and process
- Ability to be agile and act with pace, to both identify and execute with a determination to deliver and succeed under pressure and resistance.
- Advanced in understanding of Management Information and Excel spreadsheets. Good Ability with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
At Evri, we know we only grow if our people do too. That’s why we’re committed to building a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring – and be – their whole authentic selves. We’re on a journey to better represent the customers we serve around the UK. We’re committed to removing barriers and ensure that each person at Evri is valued for who they are, and what they bring to our business.
We are Evri. Where everyone is welcome
We’re excited for the future. Let’s deliver it together.
About Us
Every parcel, every person, every place – every delivery made for you.
Evri is leading the way in creating responsible delivery experiences for everyone, everywhere. And we’re doing that by offering the most convenient way to send, receive and return parcels without costing the earth.
Whether it’s a customer sending a present to a friend, a marketplace trader shipping in bulk or a major retailer such as John Lewis, asos or Next, we’ve got it covered. With our team of 30,000 couriers, thousands of local ParcelShops and a growing network of hubs and depots across the country, we safely get parcels from A to everywhere.
And it’s not just customers and retailers who trust us. We’ve won loads of industry awards over the past few years, including gongs for IT, innovation and our green fleet.
But we wouldn’t be the biggest dedicated parcel delivery company in the UK without amazing people. We’re a friendly, ambitious and diverse bunch, united by a passion for delivering the best customer experience. We have great opportunities throughout the business, so take a look to see where you might fit in. We can’t wait to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company car
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Flexitime
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Motherwell, ML1 4XJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Warehouse Management (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: HER905277
