Operations Manager

GSF Car Parts; Croydon; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

33 days annual leave

Free flu vaccine

Health & wellbeing tools

Pension guidance

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Financial wellbeing

Volunteer time off

Training & progression

Job summary

GSF Car Parts in the United Kingdom is seeking an Operations Manager to lead a team of Warehouse Operatives and Delivery Drivers. You will oversee warehouse processes and systems to ensure goods are received and dispatched efficiently, and productivity targets are achieved.

You will be responsible for maintaining operations across Goods In, Goods Out, and Stock Control, coordinating deliveries, and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a warehouse or similar operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to motivate and lead a team effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning and organisational abilities.
• Ability to stay calm and make decisions under pressure.
• Customer and sales focus is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the organisation and performance to ensure smooth running of Goods In, Goods Out, Returns and Stock Control.
• Pick and load van/carrier accurately for timely delivery.
• Check stock quantities against computer records.
• Use judgement to develop effective solutions to challenges.
• Ensure warehouse functions run smoothly and cover holidays/sickness.
• Assist General Manager with PARC report KPI's.
• Create a positive environment where employees can reach their potential.

Skills

Warehouse/Operations Management

Motivate & Lead a team

Communication & interpersonal

Planning & organisation

Calm under pressure

Customer & sales focus

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.

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

• 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

At GSF Car Parts, we're not just supplying car parts, we're driving the future of the automotive aftermarket.

As the UK's fastest-growing motor factor, we've achieved more than 25% year-on-year growth for three consecutive years and continue to expand at an unrivalled pace. With over 215 branches nationwide and a state-of-the‑art 500,000 sq ft National Distribution Centre, we're building a business that keeps thousands of workshops moving every day.

But what really sets us apart is our people.

We're a business that invests boldly, embraces innovation and empowers our teams to make a real difference. From industry-leading digital tools like Mastercat to our nationwide Servicesure garage network and partnerships with over 70 OE-quality brands, we're constantly challenging the status quo and finding better ways to serve our customers.

We're ambitious about where we're going and equally ambitious for the people who join us. Whether you're looking to develop your skills, progress your career or help shape the future of our industry, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an exciting time to join GSF Car Parts.

Make an impact. Grow with us. Do yourself proud!

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