Logistics Front Line Manager (Stoke) (1423) Newcastle under Lyme, England
Allied Bakeries
Full Time
Newcastle under Lyme, England
40000 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
Allied Bakeries make the top bread brands Kingsmill, Allinson’s and Sunblest. Across our bakeries we make white, wholemeal and seeded market-leading loaves, as well as Kingsmill 50/50, the nation’s favourite Healthier White, delicious pancakes, crumpets, hot cross buns and more.
We take massive pride in our brands and all that we do, including our bakeries having one of the best safety performance records in the industry. We know that the success of our business depends on us having the right people on the team, so if you’re looking to join a business that values its people, encourages everyone to get involved and be the best they can be, we’d love to hear from you.
Role Overview
Salary: Circa £40k dependent on experience
Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme, near Stoke
Allied Bakeries make the top bread brands Kingsmill, Allinson’s and Sunblest. Across our bakeries we make white, wholemeal, and seeded market-leading loaves, as well as Kingsmill 50/50, the nation’s favourite Healthier White, delicious pancakes, crumpets, hot cross buns and more.
We take massive pride in our brands and all that we do, including our bakeries having one of the best safety performance records in the industry. We know that the success of our business depends on us having the right people on the team, so if you’re looking to join a business that values its people, encourages everyone to get involved and be the best they can be, we’d love to hear from you.
The Vacancy
We are looking for a highly motivated Logistics FLM to join our well-established team in Stoke. Reporting to the Logistics Lead, the Logistics FLM is responsible for leading and motivating the supply chain groups (Transport and Despatch) to ensure our products are safely assembled and delivered to customers on time and in full.
Our Logistics FLMs are also responsible for driving and implementing improvements and leading change through the development of individuals and teams.
Key Accountabilities
- Maintain a safe working environment by actively promoting a “Safety First” culture.
- Promote, aid and support the assessment of risk within the department.
- Ensure that all staff are fully aware and compliant with all H&S standards, policies, Safe Systems of Work and current legislation.
- Set clear goals and targets of performance for all staff.
- Ensure shifts are adequately staffed, trained, briefed, monitored and motivated to fulfil shift objectives.
- Manage absence, conduct and performance in conjunction with HR, trade union representatives, and senior management – maintaining consistency with site rules and procedures.
- Focus on the recruitment, training and development of staff to ensure they reflect the company's values.
- Compliance with all QAS standards.
- Ensure all despatched goods meet the customers’ expectations, including code control.
- Ensure all departing vehicles are documented, loaded and secured correctly.
- Responsible for food safety/product integrity within Despatch / Transport and be responsible for traceability and product withdrawal procedures.
- Responsible for controlling costs within the shift, including absence, labour, damage, sales losses and other associated costs.
The Right Person
- The role requires strong leadership and management capability, as well as proven experience in warehousing and/or transport logistics operations.
- You will need strong analytical skills, the ability to build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, and the aptitude to work on your own initiative and identify and solve problems.
- A completer finisher mentality with a keen eye for detail.
- CPC qualified or the motivation to achieve the qualification.
- Effective communication skills with a focus on industry best practice and continuous improvement.
Benefits
If you join us, in addition to an attractive salary, you can enjoy the following:
- Generous holiday package.
- Training and development opportunities.
- A great Associated British Foods Pension Scheme (starting at 4% contributions matched by the business up to 10%) with life assurance of 4 x your salary.
- Benefits for you and your family through our ‘Extra Slice’ scheme, which provides great savings at more than 500 business/outlets including Tesco, Sainsbury, M&S, Curry's/PC World, including healthcare, gym discounts and saving on your holidays.
- Family friendly policies and flexible working schemes.
- A free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme covering a wide range of topics including financial guidance through to relationship and legal advice.
- Breakfast or lunch at a fraction of the price in our subsidised canteen.
- Financial support options through Salary Finance.
- Referral scheme - refer a friend and if we employ them, you get the reward ££.
- Free on-site car parking facilities.
- Cycle to work scheme - helping you to get to work with a range of great bikes and cycling accessories on offer.
Our defining value is to ‘Be the best we can be’; the behaviours that we believe help us to do this and are key to our success are: Aim high, I do what I say, Work Together and Everybody Matters.
We are committed to equal treatment and opportunities for all our people and believe in building a diverse and inclusive organisation that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for consumers, customers and stakeholders.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Our defining value is to ‘Be the best we can be’; the behaviors that we believe help us to do this and are key to our success are: Aim high, I do what I say, Work Together and Everybody Matters.
We are committed to equal treatment and opportunities for all our people and believe in building a diverse and inclusive organisation that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for consumers, customers and stakeholders.
Allied Bakeries
www.alliedbakeries.co.uk
Maidenhead, United Kingdom
Chris Craig
Unknown / Non-Applicable
1001 to 5000 Employees
Company - Public
Food & Beverage Manufacturing
1935
