Distribution Centre Manager
£45,000 - £50,000 Plus Benefits
Company
My client is a market leading manufacturer of specialist products that are supplied globally. They have an opportunity for an experienced Distribution Centre Manager who will plan product storage and delivery, as well as improving efficiencies in relation to Operations, Health & Safety and Cost.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Logistics, the DC Manager will manage the end-to-end process from receipt to customer delivery.
This will also include:
* Managing all KPI’s aligned to company objectives
* Challenging the KPI status quo
* Ensuring cost-effective transport and route planning
* Managing day-to-day stock accuracy
* Managing internal and external suppliers
* Contract management, negotiation and renewal
* Optimization of storage space
* Optimization of available resource to meet demand
* Planning and manning all budgetary costs
* Liaising and building strong relationships with internal functions
* Coordination with other group DCs to improve group efficiencies
* Compliance with all Health & Safety responsibilities
The Individual
The DC Manager appointed to this role will have a minimum of 5 years of both Warehouse and Transport management experience.
A relevant industry qualification is desirable, however a proven track record in a similar role is crucial.
You will also:
* Be a strong communicator with excellent people management skills
* Be willing to lead by example
* Have experience of SAP / WMS
* Have experience of Change management
* Have experience of Project planning
* Be used to utilising Continuous Improvement tools successfully
The Benefits
In return the successful DC Manager can expect to receive a competitive salary of up to £50,000 (dependent upon experience), and a competitive salary package.
This is also an opportunity to develop and progress your career to the next step working for a company who will invest in you and your future