Assistant Warehouse Manager

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

Job summary

A logistics distribution company in Crawley is seeking an Assistant Warehouse Manager to ensure day-to-day operations and timely deliveries. The role involves loading vehicles, delivering to customers, and assisting with stock control. The ideal candidate has a clean driving license, experience in warehouse operations, and strong communication skills. This position offers a varied work environment with the opportunity for career growth in the logistics sector.

Qualifications

• Full, clean driving license (maximum of 3 points) required.
• Experience in warehouse operations preferred.
• Must be physically fit for heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate loading of vehicles with products.
• Carry out deliveries to regular customers.
• Support stock control and warehouse movements.

Skills

Driving license

Warehouse operations experience

Customer service skills

Strong communication skills

Physical fitness

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!