Warehouse Controller

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK automotive parts distributor is seeking a Warehouse Controller to lead a team of Warehouse Operatives. The role involves ensuring smooth warehouse operations, managing stock control, and fostering a positive work environment. Candidates should have strong leadership and communication skills, with experience in a fast-paced warehouse setting. The position offers various benefits, including performance-based bonuses and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Annual leave with additional days based on service

Free flu vaccine

Health & wellbeing tools

Pension support

Life assurance scheme

Discounts from household names

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.

Responsibilities

• Manage the organisation and performance of warehouse operations.
• Pick and load van/carrier accurately for timely delivery.
• Ensure stock quantities are correct against the system.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Organisational Skills

Customer Focus

Tools

MAM

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. You will 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 the computer system.
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 working with Drivers to ensure the best delivery service for customers.
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

You will have a proven track record of managing a warehouse, ideally in 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.
• 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.
• Days annual leave (including bank holidays), with 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 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, supplying thousands of independent garages across the UK and Ireland with parts, tools, garage equipment, and training. With over branches nationwide and a turnover exceeding £ million, we operate as one brand since November 1, supported by centralised departments in procurement, supply chain, marketing, and national accounts. Our integrated IT systems include industry-leading catalogues like Allicat and access to the Servicesure garage programme.