Job Title: Warehouse Shift Manager: 2pm-10pm - Fixed Term Contract
Location: Heywood
Full-Time | On-site
Salary: £38,384.64 - £41000
About Us:
At Martin Brower UK & Ireland, we are a global leader in supply chain and logistics, dedicated to innovation and sustainability. As the backbone for some of the world's most recognised restaurant brands, such as McDonald's, we excel in simplifying supply chains and enhancing food logistics efficiency.
At Martin Brower, we believe that collaboration, empathy, and innovation help workplaces thrive. We're looking for a Warehouse Shift Manager to join our team at Heywood and help create a supportive, safe, and efficient environment where everyone can succeed.
Our CARES Values:
We are guided by our CARES Values: Change, Act As One, Relationships, Equity & Inclusion, and Safety & Wellness. We believe that embracing change and collaboration fosters strong relationships and creates an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
Position Summary:
As a Warehouse Shift Manager, you will support the day-to-day operation of a busy warehouse environment by coordinating activities across shift teams, ensuring service, safety, quality, and productivity goals are achieved. Working closely with colleagues across the operation, you will help develop team capability, encourage continuous improvement, and create a positive working environment where everyone can perform at their best.
Why This Role?
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting people, processes, and operational performance. You'll work with a diverse team, encourage collaboration, and contribute to creating a workplace where safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
What You'll Do:
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Support and coordinate warehouse shift activities to deliver service, productivity, safety, and quality objectives.
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Develop and coach team members, ensuring colleagues have the training, resources, and support needed to perform their roles confidently.
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Collaborate with operational leaders and neighbouring shifts to ensure effective planning, communication, and smooth handovers.
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Monitor staffing levels, labour utilisation, and workflow requirements to help meet operational demands efficiently.
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Foster a culture of open communication through team briefings, regular feedback, and inclusive discussions.
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Promote compliance with health, safety, food hygiene, and employment practices while supporting the wellbeing of all colleagues.
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Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and work collaboratively to implement practical solutions that enhance performance and customer service.
Why Choose Martin Brower?
People-First Culture
Our employees are our most valuable asset. We cultivate a supportive atmosphere where every voice is heard and valued.
Opportunities for Growth
We invest in your development with clear paths for career advancement, whether that means progressing in your current role or exploring new opportunities within the organisation.
Culture of Continuous Improvement
We empower you to share ideas, explore new approaches, and contribute to positive change that benefits our teams, customers, and communities.
Who You Are:
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You have experience leading or coordinating teams within a warehouse, logistics, FMCG, or similar operational environment.
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You are a collaborative communicator who enjoys building positive relationships and supporting others to succeed.
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You have strong organisational skills and can balance multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
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You are comfortable using Microsoft Office applications and operational reporting tools.
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You have experience supporting performance, development, or coaching conversations in a fair and constructive way.
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You approach challenges with curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset, seeking practical solutions and learning opportunities.
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Experience working in a unionised environment and knowledge of employment practices or people management processes would be beneficial, but not essential.
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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A supportive and inclusive workplace culture where wellbeing matters.
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Opportunities for learning, development, and career progression.
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Access to health, wellbeing, and employee assistance programmes.
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Recognition initiatives that celebrate individual and team contributions.
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A collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued.
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The opportunity to work for a global organisation committed to sustainability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're excited about helping people thrive, supporting operational excellence, and contributing to a collaborative workplace culture, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue building an environment where everyone can succeed.
Diversity is Our Strength
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and perspectives. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve and where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to contribute.
At Martin Brower, we are dedicated to fostering a people-first culture. We encourage all colleagues, from leadership to frontline teams, to bring their authentic selves to work and help shape a workplace built on respect, inclusion, and belonging.
Apply Today
Join Martin Brower and play an important role in delivering exceptional service while helping create a workplace where people, performance, and wellbeing go hand in hand. Your contribution can make a real difference.
