Flow Controller - Night Shift

Job description

Overview
Grade: RCS O; Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time); Shift patterns: 4 on, 4 off – NIGHTS 18:30 – 06:30; Location: Derby – DE74 2BB. We are looking for a Warehouse Flow Controller to join our fast-paced, highly automated operation at our East Midlands Gateway site. This role sits at the heart of the warehouse, ensuring the smooth flow of operations and quick resolution of any system or automation issues, helping us deliver excellent service to our customers. A typical day may involve:

Monitor automated warehouse systems, proactively identifying issues and escalating faults directly to engineering teams while communicating impacts and expected downtime to management

Coordinate daily warehouse flow, including outbound operations, load allocation, and ensuring efficient movement of stock through the site

Track and report outstanding orders, supporting operational visibility and ensuring timely dispatch performance

Communicate planned maintenance activities and operational updates to relevant stakeholders across the site

Manage a high volume of administrative and system-based tasks, including responding to emails and liaising closely with warehouse teams to maintain smooth operations

Responsibilities

Oversee warehouse administration or operational support in a fast-paced environment

Work with or oversee warehouse automation systems and support automated workflows

Maintain high levels of organisation, manage multiple priorities, and ensure accuracy in a systems-driven role

Prioritise customer service and adapt to changing service levels in a dynamic environment

Use warehouse systems (ideally Blue Yonder and Matflo) and communicate effectively with teams, engineers, and management

Benefits

Join our pension scheme with 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution

Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations

Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

Visit the following to learn more: careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain

About Us
We are the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams deliver for customers across various industries including retail, automotive, and healthcare. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter. We support ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Notes
Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 29th June. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. We review applications continuously and where there are a large number of applications the period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered, submit as early as possible.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Kegworth

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-07-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English