Warehouse Controller

TN United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts distributor in the UK seeks a Warehouse Controller to lead a team of Warehouse Operatives. The role involves managing warehouse operations, ensuring stock accuracy, and fostering a positive work environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in fast-paced settings and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Annual leave with additional days

Free flu vaccine

Health & wellbeing tools

Pension support

Life assurance scheme

Discounts from major retailers

Financial wellbeing products

Paid time off for volunteering

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing a warehouse.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment such as FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Manage the organisation and performance of warehouse functions.
• Ensure accurate picking and loading for timely delivery.
• Create a positive environment for team development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Organisational Skills

Customer Focus

Tools

MAM

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 is to ensure stock can meet sales budgets and that the operational functions of the Warehouse run smoothly.

Main Duties include:

1. Manage the organisation and performance to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Goods In, Goods Out, Returns, and Stock Control departments.
2. Pick and load van/carrier accurately for timely customer delivery when required.
3. Check stock quantities are correct against computer records.
4. Use personal judgment and initiative to develop effective solutions to challenges and obstacles.
5. Ensure the operational functions of the Warehouse run smoothly and assist the branch manager with holidays/sickness cover, weekly planning, team development, and coordinating with Drivers for optimal delivery service.
6. Create a positive and supportive environment where employees are valued and can reach their potential.

Working hours: Average hours Monday to Friday, including alternate Saturday working.

About You

As the Warehouse Controller, 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.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Customer and Sales focused.
• Previous experience with MAM is desirable but not essential.

What we'll offer:

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

• Opportunity to earn a performance-based bonus.
• Annual leave (including bank holidays), with the potential to earn up to 5 additional days based on service.
• Free flu vaccine.
• Health & wellbeing tools.
• Support from pension experts.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Discounts from household names such as 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 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 training. We have over [number] branches nationwide with a turnover exceeding £[amount]. Since November 1, we have traded as one brand, supported by centralized departments in procurement, supply chain, marketing, and national accounts. Our integrated IT systems include the industry-leading catalogue system, Allicat, and access to the Servicesure garage programme.