Warehouse Manager

Bristol

£30,000 - £35,000 Base + Benefits

My client are a leading organisation within manufacturing and distribution. The business are ambitious, highly successful and established on the world stage, exporting to more than one hundred countries.

As a result of continued growth, they are looking to strengthen the team further by the appointment of an ambitious and driven Warehouse Manager.

The successful candidate will enjoy a varied role, with a focus on taking ownership and leading direction of receiving, warehousing and distribution operations. You will oversee the efficient receipt, storage, value-adding servicing and dispatch of a wide variety of products.

Ultimately, you should be able to ensure productivity targets are achieved and that all warehouse processes are running smoothly and promptly.

Responsibilities

• Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations
• Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilisation
• Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
• Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements
• Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
• Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
• Prepare annual budget
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies
• Plan work rotas, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results
• Recruit, select, coach and motivate employees
• Produce reports and statistics regularly
• Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a warehouse manager
• Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices
• Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives
• Strong knowledge of warehousing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Leadership skills and ability manage staff
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• You will have at least 2 years’ experience in a lead or supervisory role, gained in a similar environment
• You will be capable of overseeing and motivating a team of people.
• You must be able to demonstrate strong organisational and planning skills.
• You must have excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• You will have high standards in all aspects of the role and good attention to detail
• You will be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and adopt a can-do attitude as part of a small busy team.