Warehouse Manager – Timber Importer & Distributor (5419)

SRS Recruitment Solutions; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Warehouse Manager for a Timber importer and distributor. The role involves overseeing warehouse operations, ensuring efficient workflow, and managing staff training. Candidates should have prior experience in warehouse management, especially within the Timber sector. A competitive remuneration package is offered, and the position is located in Hertfordshire.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse management or a similar role.
• Strong background in warehouse procedures and logistics.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations to ensure efficiency and safety.
• Manage staff recruitment, training, and development.
• Ensure all goods are accurately dispatched and stored.

Skills

Warehouse management experience

Experience in the Timber sector

Inventory control and logistics

Health & Safety knowledge

Effective communication skills

Customer focus

IT skills and PC literacy

Job description

Vacancy No 5419

Job Title

WAREHOUSE MANAGER – TIMBER IMPORTER & DISTRIBUTOR

Job Description

SRS Recruitment are one of the UK’s leading Construction Production Recruiters, our client is leading Importer & Distributor of Timber, Plywood and Panel Products and due to expansion and internal promotion they are seeking a WAREHOUSE MANAGER and we delighted to have the opportunity to assist them in their search. If you are currently in working in a Merchant or for a distributor, and are looking to move into a management role this this could be for you.

Reporting to: OPERATIONS MANAGER

As WAREHOUSE MANAGER your role will be to oversee the day‑day operations of the warehouse, ensure safe storage and handling of goods at all times. Ensure all goods are accurately and efficiently dispatched. You would ensure all warehouse operations runs smoothly, and safely and in compliance with company policies. As WAREHOUSE MANAGER you would be responsible for leading your Team, ensure Timber is stored and transported correctly and meet customer and business demands and delivery schedules.

Key Responsibilities of WAREHOUSE MANAGER

• Staff Supervision & Development
• Plan, organize and manage all daily warehouse operations.
• Goods in and inventory control
• Ensure efficient and safe workflow
• Manage warehouse recruitment, staff inductions and training
• Oversee the inspection of quality control
• Coordinate transport team to meet deadlines

Skills & Experience Required – WAREHOUSE MANAGER

• Proven experience in warehouse management or a similar role
• Experience within the Timber / Builders Merchant sector
• Strong experience in warehouse procedures, inventory control and logistics
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety (ISOH)
• Effective communication skills
• Customer focused with sound commercial skills.
• Good IT skills & PC literate and experience with Microsoft Outlook

Location/Area HERTFORDSHIRE

Salary Competitive remuneration package