Overview

Warehouse Manager – Leeds, West Yorkshire

  • This is a full-time role, however flexibility in this will be considered
  • We know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their role
  • The base location for this role is Leeds, LS13 4UD

Main Responsibilities

  • Taking responsibility for the implementation of the business plan for the future growth of the Distribution Centre.
  • Overseeing the recruitment and development of the warehouse team to be able to deliver to 280+ shops
  • Ensuring goods are available to be despatched to the shops at the time required to meet service levels
  • Leading and acting as Champion for warehouse management systems
  • Creating and implementing rota patterns for 24-7 cover whilst maintaining service and budgetary control
  • Reviewing internal customer interface and systems to identify actions to improve customer satisfaction
  • Developing and maintaining set Key Performance Indicators and ensuring these are fully utilised to drive improvement
  • Leading the Logistics site team meetings to identify areas to improve cost and customer service KPI performance
  • Managing the despatch process to ensure continuous improvement.
  • Managing Manual Handling Equipment fleet and compliance.
  • Ensuring that Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations and standards are adhered to
  • Ensuring that Team training is carried out within company policy and legal compliance
  • Leading the team with high visibility through regular meetings and coaching, promoting a culture of achievement and responsibility in line with the values,
  • Carrying out PDR’s with direct reports, agreeing targets and objectives, conducting monthly 1 to 1’s and agreeing individual development plans to forge strong communication links within the department.
  • Assisting the Logistics Manager in identifying and developing proactive warehouse approaches

Ideal Candidate

You will fit right into this role if you:

  • Have significant experience in fast moving logistics environment, previous fast moving consumer goods distribution experience would be ideal.
  • Have strong financial acumen and proven track record for managing large operational budgets.
  • Are a strong team player, able to build good working relationships at all levels both internally and externally.
  • Can demonstrate a proven ability to provide excellence in customer service
  • Have proven high levels of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Have experience of, and the ability to multi-task and work with multiple priorities calmly and at pace
  • Are results focused with strong planning, prioritising and organisation skills
  • Can multi-task and work with multiple priorities at pace, delivering results within tight timescales
  • Have advanced IT skills including Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams
  • Are self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure and using own initiative
  • Enjoy being part of a hard-working team, sharing the same end goal, and celebrating results together
  • Are supportive of an inclusive culture – recognising and valuing that difference is good
  • Want to develop and are ready to work alongside some great people and have lots of fun on your Greggs journey!

 

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