Senior Operations Manager (Inbound) – South Yorkshire
Location: South Yorkshire
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.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee all inbound operations within the National Distribution Centre (NDC)
* Lead and develop Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) teams in a 24-hour operation
* Manage and develop your warehouse management team, ensuring efficiency, service levels, and quality standards are met
* Improve stock quality, put-away accuracy, and VNA pick accuracy
* Drive cost savings and operational efficiency against budgeted targets
* Enhance KPIs to improve overall performance
* Plan daily resources, managing holiday and absence cover with temporary staff and overtime planning
* Set performance targets and conduct regular team reviews
* Focus on team development and succession planning
* Ensure compliance with Recruitment, HR processes, and company policies
* Promote Health & Safety compliance and foster a proactive safety culture
* Conduct weekly operational and safety audits, identifying and addressing issues
Skills & Experience Required:
* Minimum 3 years of leadership experience, managing teams of 80+ employees
* Excellent communication and influencing skills
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
* Experience in a fast-moving distribution environment, making data-driven decisions
Interested? Contact Sally at Venatu Recruitment Group today!
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