Section Manager

locations Magna Park Distribution Centre (John Lewis & Partners)

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job requisition id R-182534

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Section Manager in one of our National Distribution Centres (NDCs), you'll have an important role of leading and motivating your team of Partners and ensuring the smooth running of the supply chain operation within your area of the site.

You'll ensure the right stock in the right place at the right time for our shops and, ultimately, our customers, helping to drive sales and profitability for the Partnership.

At a glance

Role Title: Section Manager, National Distribution Centre

Position: Permanent

Hours of Work: Full Time, 37.5 hours a week, 5 days out of 7 with rotational weekends. Working alternative shift patterns of 06:00 to 14:00 and 14:00 to 22:00.

Shift Premium: 20% with an additional potential earning of up to £7,280 annually.

Location: Magna Park, Milton Keynes

Key Responsibilities

• Managing your team's development, ensuring they have the tools and time they need to thrive.
• Aligning Partner resource with expected demand, maintaining smooth operations.
• Identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing them with your team.
• Liaising with other departments and Partners to deliver site KPIs.
• Developing and maintaining communication between key stakeholders.
• Building relationships with Partners and empowering them to take ownership of their operational success and personal development.

Essential skills/experience you'll need

• Previous experience in a logistics/supply chain environment.
• Managing stakeholder relationships.
• Managing change in a logistics environment.
• Working knowledge of IT systems (MS Excel, MS Word, Warehouse Management Systems, DLx, email).

Desirable skills/experience you may have

• Flexibility to cover other parts of the operation as required.

Closing Date: August 12, 2025

Pay: £36,400 - £57,600 annually

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of Work: Full Time, 37.5 hours/week, 5 days out of 7, rotational shifts.

Job Level: Partnership Level 8

Where You'll Be Working: Magna Park Distribution Centre (John Lewis & Partners), Fen Street, Milton Keynes, MK17 8EW

ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP

We're the largest employee-owned business in the UK, home to John Lewis and Waitrose. We're driven by our purpose to build a happier world. We continue to innovate, adapt, and diversify, always prioritizing price, quality, and service.

As Partners, we share ownership and responsibility, contributing to our success, working together through good and challenging times, and treating everyone with kindness and respect.

We embrace differences and create an environment where everyone can thrive, grow individually and collectively.

As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it.

Important points to note

Some roles may require pre-employment vetting, including DBS checks. If required, you'll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process. We encourage quick completion of any vetting documents to avoid delays. DBS checks will be carried out by a registered third-party body, and financial probity checks may also be required.

We recommend applying promptly as vacancies can close early if we receive many applications.

We support flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance, including flexible or compressed hours, job sharing, or shorter contracts. Please discuss this during your interview.

At John Lewis, we aim to be the most inspiring omni-channel retailer in the UK, built on customer trust and loyalty. We focus on offering excellent products and creating memorable experiences for our customers.