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    4. Graduate Sortation Manager Smethwick 2022
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    DPD is one of the fastest growing express parcel delivery companies in the UK, with a turnover of £1.9 billion. As a multi award-winning company that has been voted the nation’s favourite parcel carrier for eight years running, we have a very clear strategy to support our enviable position. We will deliver the best service, use the best technology, recruit and retain the best people in the industry and be the UK's most sustainable delivery company.

    Job description

    We are currently recruiting for a first class Graduate Sortation Manager to join our Hub Management team. In this role you will be working alongside our General Managers on a range of business projects, whilst learning about our Hub Operations and helping the teams achieve ever greater success.

    Additional responsibilities will include

    • Work with the management teams across all 5 Hubs to assess areas for improvement and to take action to provide best practice 
    • To achieve goals set by the Management Team to grow and develop new innovative solutions. Producing information and summaries in a clear and concise manner
    • Achieving the Hub objectives relating to Health & Safety and productivity to deliver outstanding service to our Depots and Customers

    • Manage all operational procedures ensuring the immediate resolution of any problems, whilst maintaining a high quality in all of our processes. 
    • Working on and leading a wide range of hub projects such as the implementation of new technology, data visualisation, employee development initiatives etc...

    Qualifications

    What we’re looking for

    • You will be educated to degree level or equivalent and ideally this would be in a subject incorporating Business, Logistics or Supply Chain with a minimum 2:1 classification.
    • The ability to do comprehensive reporting, alongside analysis of data is a key requirement for this role.
    • Have demonstrable background in the use of Microsoft Office or Google Suite at an advanced level.
    • Demonstrate high levels of resilience, self-motivation and flexibility.
    • A confident communicator at all levels. 
    • Demonstrate the core values of DPD DNA – Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability.

    Job specifics

    Due to the nature of our operation this role will require you to work nights. Typically this will be Monday-Friday although some weekend work at busy times may be required

    You will have a comprehensive induction to DPD, this will include both a corporate induction followed by a thorough induction of our Hubs and wider Network Operation.

    A full UK driving licence is essential.

    Remuneration

    Your package will include a competitive basic salary. As well as this you have access to some other fantastic optional benefits such as Cycle2Work Scheme, Dining Cards, Holiday trading and discounts and savings on 1000’s of retailers.

    DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer