Warehouse Operations Manager (Nights)

Strive Supply Chain LLP; Corby; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG distributor in Northamptonshire is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee night operations. The successful candidate will manage a large team, drive operational efficiencies, and maintain compliance with all standards. Candidates should have FMCG experience and a proven track record in cost management and leadership. This permanent role offers an annual salary between £55,000 and £60,000.

Qualifications

• Experience of managing in a FMCG Warehousing environment.
• Effective cost management within tight budgetary controls.
• Effective planning and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day warehouse operations to meet budgets and KPIs.
• Drive performance and operational efficiencies within the team.
• Implement strategies to enhance the service offered by the warehouse.

Skills

FMCG Warehousing experience

Cost management

Effective planning

Team communication

People management

Change management

Job description

Operations Manager, Warehouse Management & related

Our client is a leading FMCG Distributor who are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operations Manager to manage the busy operation at their site in Corby, Northamptonshire, on a Monday – Friday, permanent night basis.

Reporting into the General Manager and with 5 Direct Reports, managing a team of c220FTEs + 10 Team Leaders, you will be expected to manage the operation and improve operational efficiencies through Continuous Improvement.

Key Accountabilities as Warehouse Operations Manager (Nights):

• Day to day management of the warehouse operation in order to meet agreed budgets and KPIs.
• Manage the deployment and performance of the warehouse team in order to drive operational efficiencies, service excellence and productivity within the business
• Think and plan strategically in order to improve upon the operation of the Warehouse so that it can offer a better service
• Demonstrate the expected behaviours and standards of a people leader to help recruit, engage and develop the capability of our people and generate the right customer service culture for our business
• Support and work with other depots in order to ensure service levels are achieved
• Ensure that all audits and legal standards are met and exceeded to ensure the compliance of the depot
• Effectively manage and lead the team through change, through promoting the positive outputs of change, seeking to understand the impact of change on individuals and adapting approach to meet all needs

The Ideal Person for the Warehouse Operations Manager (Nights) role:

• Experience of a managing in a FMCG Warehousing environment
• Experience of effective cost management and able to work within tight budgetary controls
• Effective planning and communication skills
• Experience of working effectively within a team to provide customer service
• Evidence of effective people management and leadership
• Ability to think strategically in order to make improvements to the service offering, with a superb track record in Change management

Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 Per Annum Job Title: Warehouse Management & related, Operations Manager Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Northamptonshire