Operations Shift Manager

<p class="text-muted mb-3">At Okarno, we are looking for an Operations Shift Manager to join our Operations team, leading our afternoon shift and ensuring we deliver safe, efficient and high-performing warehouse operations for our customers.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a key leadership role within our warehouse operation, where you will have ownership of shift performance, leading and developing our front-line teams to achieve operational targets. Working closely with Area Supervisors, warehouse colleagues, transport partners and wider stakeholders,</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">you will play an important role in driving safety, service, productivity and continuous improvement across the operation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This role is ideal for an experienced warehouse or logistics leader who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, making decisions, solving problems and supporting teams to perform at their best. As this role is dedicated to our afternoon shift, you will need to be comfortable working these hours consistently.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working hours are Monday - Thursday: 14:00 - 22:00 and Friday: 13:00 - 20:00</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">What we're looking for:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Proven experience leading teams within a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment, with the confidence to manage operational performance and people outcomes.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Strong understanding of warehouse operations, including labour planning, workflow management, service delivery and operational KPIs.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">A strong commitment to health and safety, with the ability to identify risks, make decisions and maintain high standards across the operation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience coaching, developing and supporting team members to achieve their potential.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to make decisions under pressure and drive continuous improvement.What</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">you will be doing:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Leading and managing afternoon shift operations, ensuring safety, quality, service and productivity targets are achieved.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Managing and supporting Area Supervisors, providing clear direction, coaching and feedback to build capability and accountability.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Planning and optimising shift resources, including labour deployment, workflow priorities and operational activities.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Monitoring performance data, identifying improvement opportunities and taking action to resolve operational challenges.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working closely with internal teams and transport partners to ensure smooth communication, effective problem-solving and excellent customer service.Are Okarno and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home'. We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">And what about flexibility?</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments, and we'll happily discuss any requirements you may have for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen.</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your application further</p>