Warehouse & Distribution Manager

Warehouse & Distribution Manager - AberdeenSalary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)Hours: Full time - 44 hours per weekBenefits: Bonus scheme, life cover, staff purchase discount, and generous company pension contributions

Are you a results-driven Warehouse & Distribution Manager who thrives on leading teams and making a tangible impact? Do you have the passion and drive to shape a high-performing distribution operation? If you're ready for a new challenge and eager to inspire others while taking ownership of warehouse and distribution processes, this opportunity is for you!

Why This Role? Our client, a leading wholesale distributor for the motor trade in the North of Scotland, is searching for a dynamic leader. You’ll be at the helm of warehouse and distribution operations for their Aberdeen and Dundee depots, playing a pivotal role in ensuring customer satisfaction, driving operational excellence, and managing an engaged and productive team.

This isn’t just a role; it’s an opportunity to effect change and truly make your mark within a growing company that’s committed to both professional and personal development.

What You'll Do:

• Lead from the Front: You’ll take ownership of the warehouse and distribution operations, guiding a skilled team to achieve peak performance while ensuring your customers receive the best possible service.
• Operational Excellence: With your hands-on approach, you’ll optimise operational costs, manage resources effectively, and ensure KPIs are met and exceeded.
• Customer-Centric Focus: You’ll place the customer at the heart of everything, ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of all service commitments.
• Develop Your Team: As an experienced leader, you’ll mentor, inspire, and build a team that reflects the core values of respect, integrity, teamwork, and accountability.
• Drive Results: You’ll have a keen eye for sales targets, team performance, and operational efficiencies.

About You:

• You’re firm but fair, capable of making tough decisions while maintaining a positive and collaborative work environment.
• You have a proven track record in warehouse, distribution, or retail management, with a strong focus on delivering results.
• You excel at leading teams, mentoring others, and developing talent, ensuring your team is motivated to hit targets and exceed expectations.
• You’re commercially savvy, with a focus on maximising profits and minimising loss, while always putting the customer first.
• You’re organised, proactive, and confident in managing a fast-paced environment where operational excellence is key.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a service-focused business or a retail environment with a strong customer service ethos.
• Success in managing KPIs, delivering sales and service targets, and driving operational efficiency.
• A track record of recruiting, developing, and leading teams in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office packages and experience in managing compliance across Health & Safety, GDPR, and Quality Control.
• The ability to travel between Aberdeen and Dundee depots as part of your remit.

Why Join Us?Our client is a flexible, forward-thinking company that believes in investing in its people. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of the business while being supported in your own personal and professional growth. As part of a company that values integrity, responsibility, and teamwork, you’ll work in an environment that is as focused on your development as you are on delivering excellence.

If you’re ready to take on a challenge, lead with passion, and create lasting impact, this role is your chance to be part of something bigger. Apply now and take the next step in your career!

Our client is an equal opportunity and Living Wage employer.