Warehouse Controller

GSF Car Parts Limited; Burnley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

20 days annual leave plus additional days

Free flu vaccine

Health & wellbeing tools

Life assurance scheme

Discounts on household names

Paid time off to volunteer

Training qualifications and career progression

Job summary

A UK-based company is seeking a Warehouse Controller to lead and motivate their warehouse team in Burnley. Responsibilities include managing stock operations, ensuring timely deliveries, and creating a positive work environment. Candidates should have a proven track record in warehouse management and strong leadership skills. The role offers a competitive benefits package, including performance bonuses, annual leave, and health support options.

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing a warehouse in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven leadership abilities with warehouse teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage warehouse operations for efficient Goods In, Out, and Stock Control.
• Ensure accurate stock checks and timely deliveries.
• Create a positive environment for team performance.

Skills

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

Use of MAM (desirable)

Job description

About The Role

As a Warehouse Controller at GSF Car Parts, you are responsible for motivating and leading a team of Warehouse Operatives. As the Warehouse Controller, you will ensure stock can deliver the sales budgets and the operational functions of the Warehouse run smoothly.

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.
• Create a positive and supportive environment where employees are valued and can reach their true potential

Working Hours

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

About You

As the Warehouse Controller, 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:

• Ability to motivate and lead a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressureCustomer 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
• 20 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus the opportunity to earn up to 5 more with time-served
• 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