This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of our clients warehouse and logistics operations, ensuring goods are stored, managed, and distributed efficiently while meeting customer expectations. Youll also lead and develop a growing Warehouse & Parts team, supporting both internal and external customers involved in the installation, maintenance, and servicing of equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership:Lead, coach, and develop the Warehouse & Parts team. Manage performance through appraisals and development plans while proactively handling absence, sickness, and capacity planning.
- Supplier & Courier Relationships:Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with suppliers and couriers, ensuring cost-effective and reliable service.
- Operational Improvements:Drive continuous improvement in stock management systems, parts website functionality, and goods-in/goods-out procedures.
- Reporting & KPIs:Report on departmental KPIs during weekly management meetings, providing insights to drive performance.
- Field Engineer Support:Deliver inductions for new field engineers and oversee their setup on ERP systems, UPS inboot services, and the Parts Website.
- Material & Stock Control:Oversee weekly picking and loading of materials into company vans, manage stocktakes, and authorise shipping and supplier invoices.
Experience Required
- 5+ years experience in a management role within a Parts, Stores, Warehouse, Supply Chain, or Logistics environment in the engineering or manufacturing industry.
- 5+ years experience managing people.
- The ability to solve problems, make decisions, and think laterally to offer creative solutions.
- Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external teams.
- Proficiency with standard proprietary PC software, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Excellent time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure, maintain accuracy, and meet deadlines.
- A natural desire to drive departmental efficiencies and make improvements.
About our Client:
Our client is a provider of comprehensive garage equipment installation services based in Yorkshire.
They offer a wide range of services including supply and installation of vehicle lifts, air compressors, tyre/wheel equipment, exhaust extraction and more. Providing services to both car dealership service centres and independent garages, and are dedicated to customer satisfaction.
Why Apply?
This is a chance to join a growing organisation where you can make a tangible impact on operations. Youll be part of a supportive team and take ownership of a vital department that ensures the smooth running of business-critical functions.
Ready to Apply?
If youre passionate about warehouse and logistics management and want to work for a forward-thinking company, wed love to hear from you.