Description

Working in Partnership for a happier world – our shared Purpose that guides us in everything we do and inspires 3 important principles; happier people, happier business, happier world. The John Lewis Partnership is a truly unique business, one that seeks to make a positive difference to the lives of everyone.

Working Hours- Full Time, 37.5 hours a week

Salary Range- £29 200- £43 800

What you’ll be doing:

Customer Delivery Section Managers oversee-

• Responsibility for Legal and Compliance regulations for Customer Delivery fleet 

• Specific systems for Customer Delivery Fleet Management 

• Managing Driver Infringements (Where applicable) 

• Managing Driver Training & CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) 

• Managing shrinkage and  consumables 

• Achievement of KPIs

Other Section Manager Duties

• Managing resources and motivating Partners to deliver the Partnership Plan, also including managing any third parties involved. 

• Responsible for management of site health and safety 

• Inspiring a culture of safe working practice 

• Applying health and safety management standards effectively across the department, enabling a safe working environment and meeting legislative requirements 

• Perform Head of Branch (HOB) duties in the absence of the Site Lead 

• Ensuring the resource levels for the site are correct based on forecasted delivery volume 

• Where needed, liaising with appointed agencies to support staffing levels Management and analysis of site reporting, site compliance and site audits

• Drive the site performance of On Time In Full (OTIF)

What you’ll need:

• Previous experience in Supply Chain/Warehouse or Logistics

• Previous experience in managing or leading a team

What else you may bring:

• Transport Manager CPC Qualification

• Duty manager or key holder for a site 

• Risk management (e.g. health and safety, seasonal planning)

• Leadership skills

• Stakeholder management

• Communication skills - verbal and written

• IT Skills (Microsoft office/ Google Docs etc)

Additional Information

As a Partner you will enjoy our unique benefits package, including staff discount, subsidised food in Partner dining rooms, discounts in local restaurants, subsidised learning, access to exclusive Partnership hotels and so much more.
 

Please consider the following when making your application for this role:

• The application form consists of a CV upload followed by an online test and application questions. Please ensure you refresh the page each time you complete a task to ensure you complete everything that you need to in time. (If internal, check your Workday notifications)

• We occasionally close vacancies early in the event we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we recommend you apply early

• Print off the job description now if you require it

• Ensure you have an up-to-date CV 

• This role is subject to the following pre-employment screening: 2 year reference check