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Strive Supply Chain
Warehouse First Line Manager (VNA)
Didcot, Oxfordshire
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Salary
- 31500.00 - 34400.00 GBP Annual + + Excellent Benefits
- Recruiter
- Strive Supply Chain
- Closes
- 01 Jan 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Strive are a UK wide Supply Chain & Logistics management recruiter. Please visit strive . co . uk for additional roles across engineering, production, warehouse & transport operations.
Warehouse First Line Manager (VNA)
Upto cGBP34k + Benefits
Oxfordshire
Strive Supply Chain are a leading management recruitment consultancy, specialising in Supply Chain, Production, Planning, Logistics, Transport & Warehouse Operations, please visit our website for further vacancies and information.
Our client is a leading Non–Food FMCG Distributor who is currently recruiting for a First Line Manager to manage their VNA team on the late shift at their state of the art site in Didcot, Oxfordshire on a Monday – Friday basis (1400hrs – 2200hrs).
Reporting into the Inbound Operations Manager you will be responsible for the following as Warehouse First Line Manager (VNA):
Lead, motivate and develop the VNA team (Team Leader & Drivers), ensuring high performance, engagement and adherence to company policies. Plan, forecast and monitor daily, weekly and monthly VNA operations to achieve targets, KPIs and organisational objectives. Collaborate with internal departments and external partners (e.g., Linde Material Handling, Körber, Jucie, Renovotec) to ensure smooth operations and effective issue resolution. Analyse performance and process data (using Excel, Plancise etc), identify trends, and proactively drive improvements and opportunities for optimisation. Oversee the management of MHE licences, maintain fleet records, ensure accurate and timely data via fleet management system and ensure highest standards of housekeeping. Convey clear and accurate information across the operational team via correct communication channels; support audit counts, third–party relations and data requirements. Lead change initiatives from planning, testing through implementation, embrace continuous improvement and challenge existing processes. Manage employee related activities: recruitment, performance reviews, development plans, 1:1 meetings, training (H&S, SOPs) and maintain accurate records. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, company policies, environmental management and internal audit standards. Provide flexible support to cover all areas of operations as required, working collaboratively with other operational managers.
The Ideal Person for the Warehouse First Line Manager (VNA) role:
Strong Leader with excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Experence of working across a multi–departmental function. Excellent planning skills Ability to motivate, coach and inspire others
This is a fantastic opportunity we look forward to your application.
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Ad ID: 5417500215
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