Warehouse Department Manager Distribution & Recycling
About this role
Warehouse Department Manager (Distribution & Recycling) – Exeter
Partnered with Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency & Lidl GB
Salary: £43,000 - £56,000 per annum
Location: Chillpark Brake, Clyst Honiton, Exeter, EX5 2FU
Contract Type: Full Time (45-hour contract; flexibility required across AM, PM, and Night shifts)
Experience Level: Management Experience
Reference Number: 760572
About Us
At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we believe that finding the right job should be a collaborative and empowering experience. We don’t just connect you with employers; we provide personalized guidance, application support, and interview preparation to ensure you feel confident every step of the way.
We are proud to partner with Lidl GB to find a resilient, responsible, and ambitious Warehouse Department Manager for their Distribution & Recycling department at the Regional Distribution Centre in Exeter.
The Role
As a Department Manager at Lidl, you’ll play a key role in our warehouse, motivating your team to make sure our products reach our stores without a hitch. From boosting productivity and ensuring deadlines are met to supporting your Team Manager with merchandising and managing inventory, you’ll bring a proactive and creative approach to solving problems and keeping our warehouses running like clockwork. You’ll also have the chance to prove your leadership skills by championing, delegating, motivating, and helping your team realize their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
Be responsible for a department in the RDC, line managing an amazing team of Shift Leaders, coaching and training them and their teams to succeed.
Work closely with your team of Shift Leaders and other Department Managers to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the operation.
Ambitiously boost productivity through the optimization of warehouse processes and performance to achieve quality results.
Take a hands-on approach to manage daily operational processes and shifts for your department.
Support your Team Manager with operations, compliance, and Head Office projects.
Be responsible for grievance and investigation processes, acting as a disciplinary manager.
Motivate and support your team, guided by Lidl's Company Values.
What We’re Looking For:
Natural confidence and leadership qualities to get the best out of everyone you work with.
Experience leading your previous team(s) to success.
The ability to multitask and prioritize conflicting deadlines under pressure.
A keen eye for detail to effectively control costs, rotas, and transport plans.
An open communication style that lets you get your message across to anyone.
What You’ll Receive:
Competitive Salary: £43,000 - £56,000 per annum based on equal opportunity structures.
Generous Leave: 30–35 days’ holiday (pro rata).
Perks & Benefits: 10% in-store discount, contributory pension scheme, ongoing training, and enhanced family leave.
Agency Support: Through Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, you’ll receive dedicated application assistance and interview preparation to help you shine.