Warehouse Controller

GSF Car Parts; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

GSF Car Parts is seeking a motivated Warehouse Controller to lead a team of operatives in ensuring smooth warehouse operations and optimal stock levels. This role involves managing multiple departments, engaging with team development, and fostering a positive work environment while focusing on customer satisfaction and timely delivery.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus opportunity

20 days annual leave plus up to 5 additional days with service

Free flu vaccine

Health & wellbeing tools

Support from pension experts

Life assurance scheme

Discounts from brands like Asda, Nike, and John Lewis

Financial wellbeing products

Paid time off for volunteering

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing a warehouse in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with MAM is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the performance of the Goods In, Goods Out, and Stock Control departments.
• Pick and load vans accurately for timely delivery.
• Assist branch manager with planning and team development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Customer focused

Job description

About The Role

As a Warehouse Controller at GSF Car Parts, you will be responsible for motivating and leading a team of Warehouse Operatives. Your role will ensure that stock levels meet sales budgets and that the warehouse operations run smoothly.

Main Duties Include

• Manage the organisation and performance of the Goods In, Goods Out, Returns, and Stock Control departments
• Pick and load vans/carriers accurately for timely customer delivery
• Check stock quantities against computer records
• Develop effective solutions to challenges using personal judgment and initiative
• Assist the branch manager with holiday/sickness cover, weekly planning, team development, and coordination with drivers to optimize delivery services
• Create a positive environment where employees are valued and can reach their potential

Working Hours

Average hours are Monday to Friday, including alternate Saturday working.

About You

You should have a proven track record of managing a warehouse, ideally within a fast-paced environment such as FMCG.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Ability to motivate and lead a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressure
• Customer and sales focused
• Experience with MAM is desirable but not essential

What We'll Offer

Our benefits support all aspects of our team members' lives, including health, wealth, and lifestyle. Benefits include:

• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• 20 days annual leave plus up to 5 additional days with service
• Free flu vaccine
• Health & wellbeing tools
• Support from pension experts
• Life assurance scheme
• Discounts from brands like Asda, Nike, and John Lewis
• Financial wellbeing products including advances and savings schemes
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Training, qualifications, and career progression opportunities

About Us

GSF Car Parts is a leading UK automotive parts distributor, serving thousands of independent garages across the UK and Ireland. With over 175 branches and a turnover exceeding £475 million, we are committed to supporting our teams with centralised expertise and advanced IT systems, including our industry-leading catalogue, Allicat, and the Servicesure garage programme.