Logistics Shift Manager - Night Shift

Role overview

Logistics Shift Manager - Wakefield Depot 5 out of 7 Shifts working 10pm - 6am We have an exciting opportunity for a Shift Manager within our Logistics Division; Wakefield. We are after someone who is proactive, motivated and passionate about their role, whilst offering excellent service and standards to our customers.

The Key Purpose Of This Role You will be responsible for the control of efficient and cost effective operations within the depot in order to provide a high quality service to the customer, whilst working within the constraints of company policy and relevant legal requirements

Who Are We We are a dynamic and innovative retail, wholesale and foodservice business, committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and staying at the forefront of industry trends. A company that now owns 303 SPAR convenience stores and employs more than 6,000 people, with a turnover of £1.3 billion.

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain efficient and effective operations through effective team management, assisting with the achievement of set KPI’s
• Ensure high standards of customer service throughout all areas of responsibility
• Control of goods receipt, replenishment, ferrying, customer order processing and despatch operations
• Control of stocktaking/checking/maintenance systems and procedures- includes results
• Control of all ancillary operations affecting the quality of service provision
• Staff recruitment, development, retention and performance, including the effective supervision of standard hour payment schemes
• Assisting with the achievement of continuous improvement objectives using tools and techniques that are available

Some Key Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required:-

• High degree of numeracy and literacy
• Level 3 health and safety qualification (IOSH) and Level 3 food safety qualification - preferable
• Warehousing and transport experience preferred
• Communicates effectively at all levels
• Ability to provide leadership, direction and motivation to teams
• Ability to deal with conflict in an effective and professional manner

What's in it for you?

• Access to Company Pension scheme

• Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements

• Cycle to work scheme

• Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture

• Outstanding Training & Development opportunities

• Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced environment

• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay packages

• Flexible working hours opportunity

• Excellent additional benefits package including:

• Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’

• 24/7 access to your payslips via HR/Payroll portal

• 12.5% Staff discount on fresh items & 10% Staff Discount on ambient products in our SPAR stores (ex. Alcohol & Cigarettes)

• Wellbeing support – access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice

• Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme

• Extra Holiday - Purchase Scheme

• Long Service Awards

If you are a results-driven and community-oriented individual with a passion for Logistics, we invite you to apply for the position of Shift Manager . Join us in making a difference through exceptional service and a commitment to excellence.

Inclusive environment : As a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Department

Logistics, Distribution & Warehouse

Contract type

Permanent

Hours

40 hours per week (5 over 7, 10pm - 6am)

Salary

Competitive

Benefits Staff Discount, Company Pension Scheme, Company Sick Pay Scheme, Additional Holidays, Long Service Awards, Cycle to Work Scheme, Life Cover, Employee Volunteering opportunities

Closing date for applications

2nd September, 2026

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