Operations Manager

GSF Car Parts; Barking; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Manager to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced warehouse environment. This role involves overseeing the efficient running of goods in and out, ensuring productivity targets are met, and fostering a supportive atmosphere for employees. With a focus on operational excellence and team development, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a leading automotive parts distributor. If you have a proven track record in warehouse management and are passionate about team success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

33 days annual leave

Free flu vaccine

Health & wellbeing tools

Life assurance scheme

Discounts from major retailers

Paid time off to volunteer

Training qualifications

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse management, preferably in FMCG.
• Strong ability to motivate and lead teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency in goods handling.
• Lead and develop a team of Warehouse Operatives and Delivery Drivers.

Skills

Warehouse/Operations Management

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Planning and Organisational Skills

Customer Focus

Problem Solving

Tools

MAM

Job description

About The Role

As Operations Manager at GSF Car Parts, you are responsible for motivating and leading a team of Warehouse Operatives and Delivery Drivers. As Operations Manager, you will oversee the warehouse processes and systems in order to ensure goods are received and dispatched appropriately, and that productivity targets are met.

Main Duties Include

• Manage the organisation and performance to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Goods In, Goods Out, Returns and Stock Control departments
• Pick and load van / carrier accurately for timely customer delivery when required
• Check stock quantities are correct against computer
• Use personal judgment and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles
• Ensure the operational functions of the Warehouse run smoothly and assist the branch manager with; holidays/sickness cover, preparing weekly plans, developing the warehouse team and work with Drivers to ensure the best delivery service for customers.
• Assist the General Manager with PARC report KPI's
• Create a positive and supportive environment where employees are valued and can reach their true potential
  
  

Working Hours

45 (average) hours Monday to Friday, including alternate Saturday working

About You

As Operations Manager, you will have a great track record of managing a warehouse, ideally gained within a fast-paced environment such as FMCG.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Warehouse/Operations Management
• Ability to motivate and lead a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work calm under pressure
• Customer and Sales focused
• Previous experience of use of 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 life throughout their career. Whether that’s their health, wealth or everyday lifestyle, we are here for our team members and their loved ones and there is something for everyone! To name a few of our benefits we offer:

• Opportunity to earn a performance based bonus as part of this role
• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Free flu vaccine
• Health & wellbeing tools
• Free support from pension experts
• Life assurance scheme
• Discounts from 100’s of household names including Asda, Nike & John Lewis
• A suite of 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 throughout the UK and Ireland with parts, tools, garage equipment and specialist training. The group has over 175 branches nationwide and a turnover exceeding £475 million. Built on the heritage and success of a dozen local brand identities acquired over several years, we have traded as one brand since November 2021. Our branch network is bolstered by centralised support and expertise from specialist departments in key areas such as procurement and supply chain, marketing and national accounts. The business also benefits from integrated IT systems, which include our industry leading catalogue system, Allicat, and access to the Group's national garage programme, Servicesure.