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Job Title: Depot Manager
Location: Wimbledon, London
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: 40,000-45,000
Working Pattern: Full Time (flexibility required - 8.00am-5.30pm)
Our client, a leader in their field, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Depot Manager to join their team in Wimbledon, London. As the Depot Manager, you will oversee all aspects of warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with UK laws, Health and Safety regulations, and company policies. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering outstanding service.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- Stimulating and supportive working environment
- Enhanced Annual Leave - 20 days of holidays + 8 bank holidays
- Health Care Cash Plan - offering cashback on a range of essential healthcare costs
- Group Personal Pension Plan
- Health and Wellbeing Programme
- Sick pay
- Discounts and cashback deals
- Life insurance
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Long Service Awards
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and direct the day-to-day running of the warehouse, ensuring smooth operations
- Provide the management team with essential information to operate efficiently
- Create and maintain a positive, productive, and safe working environment
- Forecast and manage staffing levels to meet business demands
- Liaise with senior operational staff for major events, ensuring efficient supply of equipment
- Investigate and resolve customer and staff complaints promptly
- Continually review warehouse operations to identify areas for improvement
- Foster a culture of developing and coaching staff to achieve their maximum potential
- Assist in the recruitment, interview, and selection of staff
- Monitor warehouse expenditure to remain within budget guidelines
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure best possible deals and supply
Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of warehouse procedures and operations
- Experience in planning logistics, staffing levels, and facilities management
- Familiarity with high-performance culture and excellent time management skills
- Thorough understanding of relevant Health and Safety procedures and Financial Management
- Computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships
- Full, clean driving licence
Behaviours and Competencies:
- Adaptable to varying work environments and changing priorities
- Analytical thinker, able to evaluate complex scenarios and identify solutions
- Compliant and adheres to internal policies and procedures
- Excellent oral, written, and listening communication skills
- Delegates effectively and promotes development of subordinates
- Leads by example, acts as a role model, and identifies employee potential
- Flexible, positive approach to work and colleagues
- Proactive and shows initiative in achieving goals
- Prioritises effectively and meets deadlines
- Resilient and maintains high performance under pressure
- Collaborates and supports team members
Other Requirements:
- Physical fitness required for heavy lifting, bending, and twisting
- Travel within the UK and possibly Europe, with occasional overnight stays
- Valid passport (full, clean driving licence beneficial but not essential)
If you are an enthusiastic individual with a strong background in warehouse management, this is the perfect opportunity for you to join our client's dynamic team. Apply now to be a part of their success story!
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