Warehouse Manager

Overview

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Up to £37000 per annum + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Our client is a leading European manufacturer of products used in the house building sector.

Due to ongoing success, they are seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the efficient picking and packing of customer orders (picking, final finish, packaging, checking, loading and administration)
• Manage 'goods in' (unloading, checking, storing and administration) from suppliers
• Ensure that forklifts, counterbalance, and pallet pedestrian trucks are operated under the correct and safe working guidelines.
• Storing and rotating stock according to company procedures, but in the most efficient process to alleviate any write-off of stock.
• Keeping the warehouse environment clean and tidy and maintaining equipment
• Responsible for the overall productivity within the goods in and goods out departments, maximizing space and supporting the growth of the business.
• Support operational change and continuous improvement by providing continual enhancements to aid efficiency.
• Maintain and improve team and personal KPI performance levels to maximize the efficiency of the operation and environment.
• Recognize training needs and provide solutions to/for the team, implementing and maintaining accordingly.
• Manage Warehouse weekly rota, ensuring that the mandatory breaks are implemented accordingly to comply with working time regulations and support the welfare of the team.

Qualifications

• Be IT literate (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Have great interpersonal skills - the ability to work well in a team and be a good team player/leader of people.
• Experienced with a good understanding of warehouse activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Working collaboratively with other departments ensuring all orders are completed to a high standard.
• Good timekeeper and able to work under pressure, quickly, accurately, and safely meeting deadlines.
• Flexible and enthusiastic approach to work, willing to go the 'extra mile' for the company and their team.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail, minimizing mistakes or resolving to alleviate becoming a problem.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to prioritize workload, delegating responsibilities fairly whilst remaining hands-on and leading from the front.
• Valid Forklift and Pump Truck Licence.

Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business offering ongoing career development and progression coupled with a competitive salary and benefits package including an annual bonus, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a competitive pension scheme. Hours for this role are Monday to Thursday 8.30am-5pm and Friday 8.30am-2.30pm.