Warehouse Site Manager

THE ROLE:

Reporting into the Head of Logistics, the Warehouse Site Manager will be responsible for a complex & fast-paced Warehouse & Logistics operation in the Brighouse area. Specific responsibilities will be across Warehouse functions such as Good In, Pick/Pack, Despatch, Stock/Inventory & Health & Safety. Responsibility for circa 50-100 people (Warehouse Managers, Warehouse Shift Managers, Warehouse Operatives, also having interaction with Transport Operatives & Drivers). Utilisation of KPI's & Processes in order to manage performance. Managing the relationship for a specific client in a pro-active & collaborative "Value-Add" way. Regular and consistent communication with the client. Able to understand client needs and respond to them pro-actively and positively. Management of P&L of approx £1m costs, SLA's etc. Recruitment, on-boarding and people retention within a Logistics setting. Utilising data to inform decisions and also provide regular reports to Senior Management. This is a broad & autonomous role where you will essentially be running an entire Logistics operation within the framework of a larger Logistics operation.

THE PERSON:

Warehouse Manager, Operations Manager or General Manager ideally within fast paced distribution (Day 1 for Day 1 OR Day 1 for Day 2). 3PL experience is beneficial. Overall management responsibility for at least 50 heads or more. Strong Commercial acumen. Able to account manage clients in a pro-active & constructive way. Front-foot & hands-on leadership style - this role is very much a hands-on & full-on Warehouse Management role. Able to engage & motivate your people. Able to liaise from shop-floor to Board level. Someone who wants to play an integral part in building/growing a strong operation. Someone with the ambition develop their career with a progressive business. Medium level IT proficiency - i.e. be proficient on MS Excel in order to compile reports where appropriate. Able to commute to central Brighouse on a daily basis - free parking will be provided. Able and willing to progress your career within a business that genuinely develops and progresses their people.

ABOUT US:

With over 21 years of expertise in the Logistics/Supply Chain sector - Indigo Search recruit for management, director & executive roles across the UK.