Warehouse Manager | Longtown | JR2410_0072
Ready to thrive in a dynamic new environment and become a key member of our pioneering team at this exciting new site location? This is your chance to make a significant impact, shape the future of our facility, and drive success from the ground up. Join us and be at the forefront of innovation, operational excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement as we build something truly exceptional together.
YOUR ROLE
We're on the brink of an exciting new chapter with the launch of our state-of-the-art facility in Longtown, and we're looking for a dedicated Warehouse Manager to join our team. As our Warehouse Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Site General Manager in meeting our customers' high expectations. You'll be at the helm of day-to-day operations, ensuring the seamless functionality and performance of your team. You'll lead and guide Team Leaders, Warehouse Operatives, and Administrators, whilst upholding and maintaining the highest service standards. A key responsibility will have you overseeing and managing all crane operations safely and efficiently within the facility. Join us in this pivotal role and be a part of our journey to excellence!
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for effective and efficient Operational Area Management along with conducting management briefs and communicating operational requirements.
Manage Staff Training and Competency to ensure achievement of all requirements, on time and in full, including conducting training needs analysis.
Ensuring compliance of the operation to the Quality systems, industry standards and legal requirements
Manage and develop the team through mentoring/coaching colleague
Ensure crane operations are managed and delivered in accordance to the customer requirements
Continually reviewing all aspects of the operation and driving improvements in methods, procedures and efficiency
Creating and maintaining an environment that encourages employee participation and effective team working and ensuring employees are involved in the success of the operation through continual feedback and positive communication.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
Willing to become the Appointed Person If you don't currently hold the necessary qualifications, you should demonstrate a strong commitment and willingness to become the appointed person. This means being proactive in acquiring the required skills and knowledge.
Hold the Relevant Qualifications If you already hold the relevant qualifications, please ensure that your certifications and documents are up-to-date and ready for review. Being qualified means you have the specific certifications and experience necessary for the role.
Logistics management experience in a large fast moving environment
Crane operations primarily fixed overhead
Strong warehouse management system experience
Leadership qualities including the ability to enthuse and motivate
Financial and strategic management experience and commercial awareness
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
IOSH Level Trained (Preferable)
Knowledge and awareness of Heavy lift/ Container handling
Please be aware that by applying for this role, you are agreeing to participate in the employment screening process. This process will include criminal record checking and identity validation. This means that KN will ask successful applicants to provide certain information and documentation to enable these checks to be conducted.
Any appointment will then be strictly conditional upon, and subject to, the receipt of satisfactory results of these checks
GOOD REASON TO JOIN
As well as our competitive pay rates and superb training opportunities, we also offer a great working environment.
You will be respected and valued if you work for us and have genuine opportunities to progress and develop.
26 days holidays plus bank holidays
2 volunteering days per year
3 x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme
A tailored personal development and training programme.
Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best.
We are happy to talk about flexible working. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
Childcare Vouchers
Cycle to work scheme
Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more)
Refer a friend scheme As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation
ABOUT KUEHNE+NAGEL
With over 80.000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies.
CONTACT
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