Assistant Warehouse Manager

The Best Connection Group Limited; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking an Assistant Warehouse Manager for their Crawley office. This role combines warehouse operations with customer interaction, ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining warehouse standards. Candidates should possess a full, clean driving license and have experience in warehouse operations. The position offers a salary between £13.57 and £14.48, depending on experience, along with the opportunity to develop within a stable company. Apply now for this exciting career in Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Full, clean driving license (maximum of 3 points).
• Experience in warehouse operations and forklift use (training provided).
• Previous driving experience within the South East region.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are loaded with the correct products before dispatch.
• Carry out deliveries to regular customers across the South East and Midlands.
• Lead the team in preparing and loading vehicles for deliveries.

Skills

Customer-focused approach

Strong communication skills

Good physical fitness

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Proactive attitude

Reliability

Job description

Role: Assistant Warehouse Manager

Shifts: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm

Salary: £13.57 - £14.48 Dependent on experience and the completion of a skills test

Type: Permanent

Industry: Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Locaton: Crawley

Our client, a well-established and growing distribution business, is currently seeking a reliable and proactive Assistant Warehouse Manager to join their team within the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Sector.

This is a varied, customer-facing role offering a mix of warehouse operations and delivery responsibilities. Reporting directly to the Warehouse Manager, you will play a key part in ensuring smooth day-to-day warehouse functions and timely deliveries across the South East and Midlands regions.

Key Responsibilities for an Assistant Warehouse Manager:

• Ensuring vehicles are accurately loaded with the correct products prior to dispatch
• Carrying out deliveries to regular customers across the South East and Midlands
• Unloading products and materials at delivery locations (including self-unloading where required)
• Leading the team in preparing and loading vehicles for next-day deliveries
• Supporting warehouse operations during busy periods, including picking, packing, and using courier systems
• Assisting at the trade counter, handling customer enquiries, providing product information, and organising dispatch
• Receiving and booking in deliveries, ensuring accuracy of stock
• Supporting stock control, warehouse movements, stock rotation, and preparation for larger deliveries
• Acting as key holder and overseeing warehouse operations in the Warehouse Manager's absence
• Maintaining general warehouse standards and cleanliness, including company vehicles
• Accurately using internal systems
• Providing occasional support to an associated business, including trade counter cover and customer deliveries

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A full, clean driving license (maximum of 3 points)
• Experience in warehouse operations and forklift use (Forklift not essential, training can be provided)
• Previous driving experience within the South East region
• Good physical fitness (role involves heavy lifting)
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A proactive, forward-thinking attitude
• High levels of reliability and trustworthiness

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and supportive company where no two days are the same. If you are hands-on, dependable, enjoy a varied role combining warehouse work with customer interaction, and looking for a career within Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain, apply now!

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.