Warehouse Operations Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Operations Manager to join our team, based at our NEW site in Ellesmere Port.

The role will report to and support the General Manager with the day to day management of all warehouse activities, store order fulfilment and associated processes/procedures.

You will be responsible for the warehouse management team and its overall performance as well as driving continuous improvement across the distribution centre. The role will require a flexible working pattern to support the 24 / 7 nature of the operation.

Key Accountabilities

• Leadership of large-scale Import Centre
• Responsible for all warehouse operational departments/functions within the Imports Centre
• Driving continuous improvement within those areas
• Maximise accuracy, productivity and space utilisation
• Ensure that training is ongoing and specific to meet the current and future needs of the operation
• Effectively manage the fluctuating workload and manning levels within agreed overall costs
• Support the labour planning function with input into ensuring cost effectiveness along with operations requirements
• Focus on costs ensuring overspend and surplus costs are managed with scrutiny
• Promote and adhere to safe working practices in line Health and Safety Legislation
  
  

Experience/Skills

• Senior leadership experience in a warehouse environment
• A passion for service excellence, and a tenacious approach in the pursuit of objectives & results
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence up and down the chain
• Commitment to develop strategies/plans aligned with the organisational strategy
• Open minded and able to embrace and influence change with all colleagues, including Senior Management
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, knowing your customer and your competitor environment
• Able to develop and maintain good relationships and influence at all levels, have the confidence to deputise in the absence of the GM
  
  

If you are looking a step up, apply online today! Please gain endorsement from your line manager before applying to the role

B&M are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.