Distribution Centre Manager

Hozelock; Minworth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Logistics Manager to plan and oversee transport operations. This role requires over 10 years of experience in Warehouse/Transport Management, preferably in an FMCG environment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, knowledge of transport industry standards, and experience with WMS/SAP systems. The position aims to ensure efficient operations while adhering to budget targets, health and safety policies, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' Warehouse/Transport Management experience.
• Experience in an FMCG environment.

Responsibilities

• Organise and monitor transport requirements.
• Manage customer orders from receipt to delivery.
• Plan stock accuracy in conjunction with the stock controller.
• Monitor DC costs with the Company Accountant.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies.

Skills

Knowledge of the Transport Industry

Microsoft Office

WMS/SAP systems

People Management skills

Communication

Leadership

Flexibility

Project Planning

Change Management

Education

Logistics Diploma or equivalent level

Transport Manager CPC qualification

English and Maths GCSE level

Job description

Job Purpose

To plan storage and distribution of customer orders from receipt to delivery whilst ensuring the most cost effective and suitable transport route. To ensure the DC operates efficiently, safely and at budgeted cost

Duties & Responsibilities

• Organise and monitor transport requirements in conjunction with the Transport Senior Team Leader
• Challenge transport performance through KPI's
• Plan and manage customer orders from receipt in the sales office to delivery at the customers required site by evaluation of customer needs and cost-effective transport
• Plan and manage day-to-day stock accuracy in conjunction with the DC stock controller
• Plan and monitor receipts from the Factory/Suppliers and ensure there is space to store product & optimise storage opportunities
• Plan and implement a manning structure to be fully operational within the budgeted efficiency targets
• Plan and manage daily/weekly output in line with budget/forecast
• Process and monitor DC costs in conjunction with the Company Accountant
• Monitor and troubleshoot WMS systems in conjunction with IT to ensure a continuous process
• Propose, implement, and monitor improved ways of working
• Attend cross-departmental management meetings and co‑ordinate any issues
• Coordination with colleagues in other DC across the group to align on Intercompany optimisation
• Ensure supply of resources such as pallets, packaging etc.
• Follow up customer queries on delivery exceptions
• Support Business Continuity projects
• Annually assess and refine FLT requirements
• In conjunction with Purchasing, ensure all annual contracts are reviewed and renewed within the budgeted costs
• Comply with Health and Safety responsibilities as defined in the company health and safety policy, and ensure these are adequately delegated in the absence of the job holder
• Comply and enforce all Company policies and processes as defined in the company Handbook

Person Profile

• Knowledge of the Transport Industry, Export, 3PL, Customs Management
• Good knowledge of Microsoft office or equivalent
• Good knowledge of WMS/SAP systems
• Excellent People Management skills
• Good Communicator
• Strong Leader
• Flexibility of working hours when required
• Ability to work cross functionally
• Project Planning
• Change Management

Education and/or Experience

• 10+ years' Warehouse/Transport Management experience
• Experience of working within an FMCG environment
• Logistics Diploma or equivalent level
• English and Maths GCSE level
• Transport Manager CPC qualification