Logistics & Distribution Supervisor (995018JF)

The University of Southampton is in the top one per cent of world universities, Southampton is a leading international University. 

At the University of Southampton, we are committed to our strategic principles of collegiality, quality, sustainability and global reputation. The University is committed to addressing equality issues and is a founding signatory of the Athena SWAN Charter, holding a Silver-level Athena SWAN award. 

iSolutions is one of the largest departments within the University’s Professional Services Group and provides all aspects of ICT to the University. This includes learning and teaching, research, and University administration, and supports a diverse user community of over 35,000 University staff and students 

We are looking for a customer focused, experienced Logistics & Distribution Supervisor to oversee and coordinate our daily warehousing activities. You will encounter a wide variety of companies, users and members of staff within this role where excellence, professionalism and high standards of customer service are required. As this role is based within iSolutions a keen interest in new and current technology would be advantageous.  

The successful Warehouse Supervisor we are seeking will have:- 

Excellent customer service skills.Proven work experience as a warehouse supervisorHighly effective supervisory skills and techniques Knowledge of warehouse software packages and MS Office proficiency Ability to input, retrieve and analyse data Hands-on commitment to getting the job doneExcellent communication and interpersonal skills Proven ability to direct and coordinate operationsStrong organisational and time management skills Interest and awareness of new and current technology Experience in budget management and stock forecasting Interest in project management and service improvement 

For more information, see our website at http://www.southampton.ac.uk/isolutions 

The University offers excellent benefits including a defined benefits pension scheme.  Generous holidays, 30 days of annual leave, plus University closure days and public holidays, plus University closure days and public holidays and a number of University employee discount schemes. There are generous maternity and paternity policies, childcare facilities and a childcare voucher scheme to help pay for childcare. Please see link to our website: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/hr/services/benefits-explained/index.page

Interviews will be awarded based on your answers to the ‘supporting statements’

Application Procedure:

You should submit your completed online application form at www.jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Sam Stubbs (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0)23 8059 4046. Please quote reference 995018JF on all correspondence.

Closing Date: 10 Apr 2018
Post Type: Management, Specialist & Administrative