Network Graduate Depot Management Development Programme Peterborough 2022

DPD is a member of DPDgroup, one of Europe's leading parcel delivery networks, and aims to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK, with a turnover of over £2 billion. We also deliver the best service, use the best technology and recruit and retain the best people in the industry.

Job description

Right from the start, you will be given management responsibility, working in a diverse environment. You will be supervised and mentored with ongoing reviews as part of a planned development programme. You will also be learning alongside some of the industries best people, with the support to explore new ways of thinking and working.

After successful completion of the 1st year programme you will be appointed to shift manger and then have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge over the next two years with a view to progressing to an operations manager

Qualifications

As the successful graduate you will be educated to degree level with a minimum 2:1 Classification or equivalent and you will also:

• Be resilient and enthusiastic
• Be flexible to accommodate the high-volume nature of the role
• Hold a full driving licence
• Be open to relocation.
• Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability.
• Be able to workdays, nights, and weekends in a demanding and high-pressure environment.
• The ability to do comprehensive reporting, alongside analysis of data is a key requirement for this role.

Additional information

After successful completion of the 1st year programme you will be appointed to Shift Manager and then have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge over the next two years with a view to progressing to an Operations Manager position.

DPD are passionate about creating an environment that is open, ethical, inclusive and socially responsible. There is a culture of recognition and reward within DPD to include; long-service awards, a special recognition programme for those individuals that go above and beyond, and the DPD Personality of the Year award.

If successful you can look forward to the exciting prospect of joining an increasingly successful and expanding business, that through its constant innovation, has revolutionised the express parcel industry and continues to define its outlook for the future.

DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer