Senior Operations Manager (Inbound) – South Yorkshire
Location: South Yorkshire
Salary: Circa £65,000
Venatu Recruitment Group is proud to partner with a leading distribution and wholesale company in search of an experienced Senior Operations Manager (Inbound). This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic National Distribution Centre at a time of significant growth.
We are looking for a strong leader with a proven track record in managing large teams within a fast-paced distribution environment. Must have strong background experience in inbound departments.
Key Responsibilities
1. Oversee all inbound operations within the National Distribution Centre (NDC)
2. Lead and develop Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) teams in a 24-hour operation
3. Manage and develop your warehouse management team, ensuring efficiency, service levels, and quality standards are met
4. Improve stock quality, put-away accuracy, and VNA pick accuracy
5. Drive cost savings and operational efficiency against budgeted targets
6. Enhance KPIs to improve overall performance
7. Plan daily resources, managing holiday and absence cover with temporary staff and overtime planning
8. Set performance targets and conduct regular team reviews
9. Focus on team development and succession planning
10. Ensure compliance with Recruitment, HR processes, and company policies
11. Promote Health & Safety compliance and foster a proactive safety culture
12. Conduct weekly operational and safety audits, identifying and addressing issues
Skills & Experience Required
1. Minimum 3 years of leadership experience, managing teams of 80+ employees
2. Excellent communication and influencing skills
3. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
4. Experience in a fast-moving distribution environment, making data-driven decisions
Interested? Contact Sally at Venatu Recruitment Group today! #J-18808-Ljbffr