Warehouse Controller

TN United Kingdom; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts distributor in the UK is seeking a Warehouse Controller in Welwyn Garden City. The role involves leading a team to ensure efficient warehouse operations, stock management, and customer service. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced environment and strong leadership skills. Benefits include performance bonuses, annual leave, and various health and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Annual leave with potential for additional days

Free flu vaccine

Health & wellbeing tools

Pension support

Life assurance scheme

Discounts from major retailers

Financial wellbeing products

Paid time off to volunteer

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing a warehouse in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with MAM is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the organisation and performance of warehouse operations.
• Ensure timely customer delivery and stock accuracy.
• Create a positive environment for team development.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Focus

Problem Solving

Job description

Warehouse Controller, Welwyn Garden City

Client: GSF Car Parts

Location: Welwyn Garden City

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 79ae8d05d4b7

Job Views: 3

Posted: 19.05.2025

Expiry Date: 03.07.2025

Job Description

About The Role

As a Warehouse Controller at GSF Car Parts, you will be responsible for motivating and leading a team of Warehouse Operatives. Your role will ensure stock can meet sales budgets and that the operational functions of the Warehouse run smoothly.

Main Duties include:

1. Manage the organisation and performance to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Goods In, Goods Out, Returns, and Stock Control departments.
2. Pick and load van/carrier accurately for timely customer delivery when required.
3. Check stock quantities are correct against the computer system.
4. Use personal judgment and initiative to develop effective solutions to challenges and obstacles.
5. Ensure the operational functions of the Warehouse run smoothly and assist the branch manager with holidays, sickness cover, weekly plans, team development, and working with drivers to ensure the best delivery service for customers.
6. Create a positive and supportive environment where employees are valued and can reach their potential.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, including alternate Saturday working.

About You

You will have a proven track record of managing a warehouse, ideally within a fast-paced environment such as FMCG.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Customer and sales-focused mindset.
• Previous experience with MAM is desirable but not essential.

What we'll offer

Benefits at GSF Car Parts are designed to support all aspects of our team members' lives, including health, wealth, and lifestyle. Our offerings include:

• Opportunity to earn a performance-based bonus.
• Days annual leave (including bank holidays), with the potential to earn up to 5 additional days based on service.
• Free flu vaccine.
• Health & wellbeing tools.
• Support from pension experts.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Discounts from household names including Asda, Nike, and John Lewis.
• Financial wellbeing products, including advances and savings schemes.
• Paid time off to volunteer.
• Training, qualifications, and career progression opportunities.

About Us

GSF Car Parts is one of the UK’s leading automotive parts distributors, supplying thousands of independent garages across the UK and Ireland with parts, tools, garage equipment, and training. We operate numerous branches nationwide, supported by centralized departments specializing in procurement, supply chain, marketing, and national accounts. Our integrated IT systems include the industry-leading catalogue system, Allicat, and access to the Servicesure garage programme.