General Manager Distribution

White Glove; Erith; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior General Manager for a large distribution center in Erith. The successful candidate will have over 8 years of experience in distribution within a FMCG environment, managing a significant budget and operational workforce. Responsibilities include overseeing a 675,000 square foot warehouse servicing 120 stores in the South of England. This role demands prior experience in a unionised environment.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years experience within distribution in a FMCG environment.
• Experience in managing operations in a unionised environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a large distribution center with a size of 675,000 square feet.
• Control a budget of 32 million.
• Service 120 stores in the South of England with a workforce of 700.

Job description

Leading retailer is now looking for a Senior General Manager for their large distribution center. The Ideal candidate will have at least 8 years experience within distribution gained within a FMCG environment.

You will be responsible for this 675.000 square foot Chilled and Ambient warehouse and have a Budget control of 32 Million.

Responsible for servicing 120 stores in the South of England.

A workforce of 700 delivering 400,000 units per week (1.1million at peak) on a fleet of 60 tractors and 190 trailers Operation.

Must have previously worked within a unionised environment.