Distribution Centre General Manager

Robert Dyas; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer is seeking an experienced General Manager for their Distribution Centre in Hemel Hempstead. The successful candidate will oversee a large-scale operation, inspire a senior team, and drive performance across retail and eCommerce channels. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a General Manager or in a senior site leadership role within an FMCG environment.
• Experience with eCommerce and retail operations.
• Ability to attract, develop, and retain talent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a warehouse operation with 200+ employees.
• Lead the senior site team to exceed performance targets.
• Implement strategic development and execution of the business plan.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Warehouse Management Systems

Commercial Acumen

Tools

JDA Dispatcher

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven General Manager to lead our fast-paced, omnichannel Distribution Centre. Reporting to the Group Supply Chain Director, you will be instrumental in driving continuous improvement and delivering exceptional performance across our retail stores and eCommerce operations. Based in Hemel Hempstead, you will take full ownership of the operational, financial, and people performance on site. This includes the strategic development and execution of the business plan, ensuring alignment with customer, financial, internal business process, people, and Health & Safety policies.

• Oversee a large-scale warehouse operation of approximately 200+ employees.
• Lead and inspire the senior site team to exceed performance targets for both retail and eCommerce channels.
• Cultivate a high-performance culture, promoting core values and empowering the leadership team and wider operation.
• Manage the transport operation efficiently and effectively.
• Demonstrate quick and intelligent decision-making, considering the broader business impact and ensuring commercial and customer needs are met.
• Exhibit agility to adapt to the ever-evolving demands of the site and its customers.
• Champion Dyas values and behaviours, fostering an environment where individuals feel empowered to achieve their best.
• Attract, develop, and retain top talent, enhancing capability and establishing robust succession plans at all levels.
  A proven track record as a General Manager or in a senior site leadership role within an FMCG environment or equivalent, ideally with a blend of eCommerce and retail experience.
• DC transformation experience including pickface zoning and warehouse layout changes to maximise efficiencies
• Demonstrating delivery of Continuous Improvement initiatives
• In-depth knowledge and practical experience with Warehouse Management Systems (specifically JDA Dispatcher)
• CPC Holder (desirable)
• A commercial approach to resolving operational challenges.
  We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package to the successful candidate.