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Job DescriptionSainsburys Crick is looking to recruit a Shift Manager to work an average of 42 hours per week on a '4 on 4 off' rotating days and nights shift pattern. As part of this role you will be required to cover holidays and sickness at relatively short notice; therefore, flexibility in working hours is of paramount importance. This role is key to ensuring the success of the operation achieving and exceeding its KPI`s. Reporting directly to the Assistant Transport Manager, with direct responsibility for the Warehouse and Transport Operation. Key duties and accountabilities: Includes but not limited to: Responsible for proactively managing the shift to action the daily operational plan and meet targets within budgetary constraints Apply a consistent approach to people management Ensure company policies and procedures are applied consistently Manage change as and when the business requires Ensure the site meets legal compliance at all times Ensure that employees are managed in a consistent way in line with current processes to help achieve business and personal growth Encourage continuous improvement to become part of operational daily activity Achieve and exceed KPI`s in line with the business goals Lead a culture where Health and Safety is part of our daily activities Ensure company policies and government legislations are adhered to Ensure all Health and Safety incidents/ accidents are investigated, recorded and appropriate action is taken. Communicate effectively to internal and external customers Supply accurate information on operational status as and when required including shift handover Mentor and develop your team to aid progression, succession planning and skill sets. Qualifications, Key Skills and Experience Required; Ability to influence at all levels Effectively communicate at all levels in a variety of formats Previous experience of working in a transport/ warehouse environment Previous working knowledge of Warehouse management systems Proficient in the use of Microsoft packages CPC National/International desirable but not essential Direct Reports: Transport Operational Team, Drivers, Warehouse Operatives & Yard Supervisors. What we offer: We truly value our colleagues and provide a market-leading benefits package: Discount card - 10% discount off on your shopping at Sainsbury's, Argos, Tu and Habitat after four weeks. This increases to 15% discount off at Sainsbury's every Friday and Saturday and 15% off at Argos every pay day. Free food and hot drinks provided for Colleagues in all our stores. Generous holiday entitlement, maternity and paternity leave. Pension - we'll match 4% of your contributions and if you change your pension plan, you may receive more from us. Sainsbury's share scheme - build up an investment at discounted rates Wellbeing support - access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice Colleague networks - link with like-minded people to help fulfil your potential. Our Cycle to Work scheme gives you the opportunity to hire a new bike and cycling equipment, whilst saving on tax and NI. Special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more. About UsSainsbury's company visionOur vision is to be the most trusted retailer, where people love to work and shop. That means harnessing the talent, creativity and diversity of our colleagues to ensure that customers receive great service every time they shop with us.If you would like to hear more about our vision and values, be sure to visit our corporate page.We invest in training, development and multiple initiatives to ensure our teams feel enabled to offer the best shopping experience to our customers and that Sainsbury's is truly a 'Great Place to Work'.About the TeamWe're in the business of looking after our biggest asset. Our people.That means making it our business to properly take care of the potential and wellbeing of our truly outstanding teams. Join us in HR, and we'll make it yours too.They bring the spark, the funny, the graft, the grit. And they're literally the most important asset we have. So it's in our interests to give the people at Sainsbury's everything they need to feel valued, engaged and motivated, and truly able to shine.That's where our HR colleagues have a pivotal role to play. From our 'centre of excellence' teams in Reward and Recruitment, through to our core teams in Change and Talent, they're creating environments that allow our colleagues to thrive and we're proud of their incredible ability to understand Sainsbury's inside out.