Assistant Depot Manager

Cameron Clarke Associates t/a talent-finder

Witham

On-site

GBP 19,000 - 28,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Free parking

On-site parking

28 days annual leave

Job summary

Cameron Clarke Associates t/a talent-finder in Witham is seeking an Assistant Depot Manager to support daily depot operations, supervise warehouse staff and optimise logistics and supply chain processes.

The role suits someone with supervisory experience in a warehouse or logistics setting, comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with hands-on use of TMS, WMS and ERP systems to drive accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

Proven supervisory experience within a logistics or warehouse environment.
Strong knowledge of supply chain processes, logistics management and warehouse operations.
Hands-on experience with TMS, WMS and ERP systems.
Experience using AS400 platforms.
Experience with shipping and receiving procedures.
Excellent organisational skills with a strong focus on safety and operational accuracy.
Demonstrated ability to support and implement process improvements.

Responsibilities

Assist the Depot Manager with daily warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving and inventory management.
Supervise warehouse staff, ensuring safety procedures are followed and productivity targets are met.
Coordinate transportation management systems (TMS) to optimise delivery schedules and freight movements.
Support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and improve service levels.
Use warehouse management systems (WMS) and ERP systems to maintain inventory accuracy and streamline workflows.
Oversee forklift operations, ensuring appropriate training, certification and safe handling of materials.
Monitor profit and loss statements to support financial accountability and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Supply chain experience

TMS

WMS

ERP systems

AS400

Shipping/receiving

Safety compliance

Tools

TMS

WMS

ERP

AS400

Job description

Assistant Depot Manager | Witham | Full Time | £17.00 per hour

The Role

As Assistant Depot Manager, you will support the Depot Manager with daily depot operations, supervising warehouse staff and helping to optimise logistics, transportation and supply chain processes. The role will suit someone with previous supervisory experience within a warehouse or logistics environment who is confident working in a fast-paced operational setting.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Depot Manager with daily warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving and inventory management
Supervise warehouse staff, ensuring safety procedures are followed and productivity targets are met
Coordinate transportation management systems (TMS) to optimise delivery schedules and freight movements
Support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and improve service levels
Use warehouse management systems (WMS) and ERP systems to maintain inventory accuracy and streamline workflows
Oversee forklift operations, ensuring appropriate training, certification and safe handling of materials
Monitor profit and loss statements to support financial accountability and identify cost-saving opportunities

Requirements

Essential

Proven supervisory experience within a logistics or warehouse environment
Strong knowledge of supply chain processes, logistics management and warehouse operations
Hands-on experience with TMS, WMS and ERP systems
Experience using AS400 platforms
Experience with shipping and receiving procedures
Excellent organisational skills with a strong focus on safety and operational accuracy
Demonstrated ability to support and implement process improvements

Desirable