General Manager 3pl

White Glove; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Distribution Center Manager with at least 6 years of experience in a FMCG environment. The role involves planning distribution operations, ensuring KPI achievement, and managing a large budget. Candidates must have a graduate-level education and a CPC certification. This position requires strong leadership skills and a focus on continuous improvement in operational performance.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience in a FMCG background.
• Must have a CPC certification.

Responsibilities

• Effectively plan all distribution operations.
• Ensure achievement of Key Performance Indicators.
• Maximise performance by directing daily and weekly activities.

Education

Graduate calibre

Job description

Reporting to The Logistics Director the Distribution Center Manager will be a of a graduate calibre and have at least 6 years experience gained within a FMCG background.

Context:

•Achievement of operational performance as defined by KPIs.
•Achievement of overall Distribution budget.
•Achievement of personal development objectives.
•Achievement of Health and Safety direct.

Job role:

To effectively plan all distribution operations on behalf of retailer to continually strive to improve service and reduce cost.

To ensure delivery of Key Performance Indicators through management of core processes and driving continuous improvement through efficient use of the companies’ physical and human assets.

To maximise the performance of the operation by directing the daily, weekly and monthly activities. Providing leadership, motivation, training and development of the team, delivering against customer requirements, and operational performance.

430,000 sq foot warehouse.
Budget control 32 million.
Ambient Chilled Unionised.
Must have a CPC.