Depot FLM

With a strong culture of development, continuous improvement and internal progression, we're looking for a Depot Front Line Manager to join our Gateshead operation on a permanent night shift. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing both our despatch operation and delivery fleet, ensuring products are loaded, dispatched and delivered safely, efficiently and on time. You'll lead a team of 28 colleagues across despatch and transport, creating a positive culture while delivering operational excellence in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment. Your Leadership Impact You'll have responsibility for leading and developing:

• 14 Despatch Operatives
• 14 Class 1 and Class 2 Delivery Drivers
As a key member of the depot leadership team, you'll be responsible for delivering operational performance, maintaining compliance standards and creating an engaged, high-performing team., Leading, motivating and developing despatch and driver teams to deliver outstanding service Ensuring full compliance with Driver Hours, Tachograph, Operator Licence, Health & Safety and food safety requirements Managing the night-time depot operation, ensuring all routes are loaded accurately and depart on time Monitoring operational KPIs, including service, compliance, safety, attendance and productivity Coaching, developing and supporting colleagues to build capability and performance Driving continuous improvement initiatives across transport and despatch operations ️ Managing day-to-day operational issues, making timely decisions to minimise disruption and maintain service levels Working closely with planning, manufacturing and customer teams to ensure a smooth end-to-end operation Conducting investigations, return-to-work meetings, performance reviews and other people management activities as required Promoting a positive culture that reflects our values of Aim High, Work Together, I Do What I Say and Everybody Matters Shift Pattern - Built Around the Operation This role operates on a 4 on 4 off night shift pattern, working 42 hours per week from 16.30 to 04.30am . As the operational leader on shift, you'll play a critical role in ensuring products leave site safely, efficiently and on schedule while supporting colleagues throughout the night operation. Why Join Allied Bakeries? At Allied Bakeries, we don't just offer a job - we offer the opportunity to build a rewarding career in a business that values its people and invests in their development. We are committed to being The Best We Can Be, guided by our values:
• Aim High
• Work Together
• I Do What I Say
• Everybody Matters
What We Offer in Return 6.6 weeks' annual leave Healthcare cash plan, eye care and wellbeing support Pension & Life Assurance - up to 10% employer contribution ️ Retail discounts at 500+ major retailers Ongoing learning and leadership development opportunities Financial wellbeing support and affordable loans Electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes Recognition and reward programmes ️ Payroll Giving supporting Save the Children Next Steps If you're an experienced logistics, transport, warehouse or despatch leader looking for an opportunity to lead a critical night operation and make a real impact within a well-established business, we'd love to hear from you. Join Allied Bakeries and help us deliver some of the UK's favourite bakery brands to customers every day. Information at a Glance


• Experience within logistics, transport, distribution, warehouse or despatch operations
• Previous experience leading operational teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of transport compliance and health & safety requirements
• Experience managing drivers, warehouse or despatch colleagues
• A proactive leader who can motivate teams and drive performance
• Ability to make decisions quickly and confidently under pressure
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• Confident using Microsoft Office and operational systems
• National CPC qualification is desirable but not essential
  
  At Allied Bakeries, home to some of the UK's best-loved bread brands, we're proud of our people, our heritage and the vital role our logistics teams play in keeping the nation fed.