General Manager – 90k Distribution

White Glove; Warrington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK is seeking a Distribution Center Manager with a strong FMCG background. You will plan and manage distribution operations to meet key performance indicators and budget objectives. The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of experience and will be responsible for motivating a team to achieve operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to lead in a large-scale warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience in FMCG.
• Graduate caliber with experience in distribution operations.
• Ability to strive for continuous service improvement.

Responsibilities

• Plan all distribution operations effectively.
• Ensure delivery of KPIs through effective management.
• Motivate and develop the team to meet operational requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Budget control

Continuous improvement

Operational performance management

Education

Graduate degree

Job description

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

660,000 square foot warehouse.

Budget control 32 million.

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.

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.