Warehouse Controller

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

Job summary

A leading UK automotive parts distributor is seeking a Warehouse Controller to oversee operations and lead a team in Norwich. The role involves ensuring stock availability, managing warehouse departments, and creating a positive work environment. Ideal candidates will have warehouse management experience and strong leadership skills, with opportunities for career progression and performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus opportunities

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free flu vaccination

Health & wellbeing tools

Support from pension experts

Life assurance scheme

Discounts from major brands

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.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Experience with MAM is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the organisation and performance of warehouse departments.
• Pick and load vans accurately for timely deliveries.
• Assist branch manager with planning and team development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Organisational Skills

Customer Focus

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 stock availability to meet sales targets and that the operational functions of the Warehouse run smoothly.

Main Duties include:

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

Working hours:

Average hours Monday to Friday, including alternate Saturday working.

About You

Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of managing a warehouse, preferably in a fast-paced environment like 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 focus.
• Experience with MAM is desirable but not essential.

What we'll offer:

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the possibility to earn up to 5 additional days.
• Free flu vaccination.
• Health & wellbeing tools.
• Support from pension experts.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Discounts from major brands including Asda, Nike, and John Lewis.
• Financial wellbeing products such as 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, supplying thousands of independent garages across the UK and Ireland with parts, tools, and training. We operate over 175 branches nationwide, with a turnover exceeding £475 million. Since November 2021, we have traded as one brand, supported by centralised expertise in procurement, supply chain, marketing, and more. Our integrated IT systems include the industry-leading catalogue system, Allicat, and access to our national garage programme, Servicesure.