Deputy Warehouse Manager
- Recruiter
- Confidential
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 26 Jul 2022
- Closes
- 16 Aug 2022
- Sectors
- Distribution & Warehouse
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Deputy Warehouse Manager
Wembley Warehouse
Who we are:We are the local experts
We're regarded as the trusted decorating and DIY retail brand in London, selling paint, tools, plumbing, electrical and woodwork materials throughout our 32 stores. As part of the Grafton Group we have the stability and support of a leader in the field of building materials and DIY retail.
Deputy Warehouse Manager - Let's Paint The Picture For You!
As the Deputy Warehouse Manager you'll be leading and motivating a team of Warehouse colleagues, managing the entire Warehouse operations in the absence of the Warehouse Manager.
You'll move at pace to pick the right products, ensuring our stores are receiving what they need to serve our customers across London, and ensuring the warehouse is kept clean and tidy at all times, and dealing with deliveries.
Deputy Warehouse Manager - What will you be responsible for?
Liaise with customers, suppliers, and transport companies
Coordinate and monitor the receipt, order, assembly, and dispatch of goods
Use space and mechanical handling equipment efficiently, making sure quality, budgetary targets and environmental objectives are met
Have a clear understanding of the company's policies and vision and how the warehouse contributes to these
Coordinate the use of automated and computerised systems where necessary
Respond to and deal with customer communication by email and telephone
Keep stock control systems up to date and make sure inventories are accurate
Plan future capacity requirements
Organise the recruitment and training of staff, as well as monitoring staff performance and progress
Motivate, organise, and encourage teamwork within the workforce to ensure productivity targets are met or exceeded
Produce regular reports and statistics on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
Brief supervisors and team leaders daily
Visit customers to monitor the quality of service they are receiving
Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene, and security in the work environment, for example, ensuring that stock such as chemicals and food are stored safely
Oversee the planned maintenance of vehicles, machinery, and equipment
Where appropriate, oversee the maintenance and operation of warehouse management systems and automated storage and retrieval systems.
What skills and experience are we looking for?
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Numeracy and an understanding of finance for stock management
People management skills, including the ability to inspire, lead and motivate a team of people, delegate work and explain ideas
Teamworking skills
Planning and organising skills to effectively manage the flow of stock
Analytical ability
Accuracy and attention to detail
Initiative and decisiveness
Technical and IT skills, particularly when it comes to database management and spreadsheets
Problem-solving skills and the ability to work on a tactical and strategic level
The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
A flexible approach to work and shift patterns
Knowledge of the legal requirements of operating a warehouse
CPC knowledge
Transport management and legislation knowledge
How will we reward you?
Annual bonus opportunity
Opportunities to be involved in wider business projects
30 days holiday a year, increasing with service
Up to 20% discount in Leyland SDM, plus discount across other Grafton Group brands
Pension with competitive contributions
Share saving scheme into our parent company, the Grafton Group
Company sick pay
Health Cash-plan - claim money back on everyday healthcare needs and treatments (Dental, physio, prescriptions to name a few)
Life assurance
Refer a friend scheme
Cycle to work scheme
100's of retail discounts available through our flexible benefits portal
Apply now
Wembley Warehouse
Who we are:We are the local experts
We're regarded as the trusted decorating and DIY retail brand in London, selling paint, tools, plumbing, electrical and woodwork materials throughout our 32 stores. As part of the Grafton Group we have the stability and support of a leader in the field of building materials and DIY retail.
Deputy Warehouse Manager - Let's Paint The Picture For You!
As the Deputy Warehouse Manager you'll be leading and motivating a team of Warehouse colleagues, managing the entire Warehouse operations in the absence of the Warehouse Manager.
You'll move at pace to pick the right products, ensuring our stores are receiving what they need to serve our customers across London, and ensuring the warehouse is kept clean and tidy at all times, and dealing with deliveries.
Deputy Warehouse Manager - What will you be responsible for?
Liaise with customers, suppliers, and transport companies
Coordinate and monitor the receipt, order, assembly, and dispatch of goods
Use space and mechanical handling equipment efficiently, making sure quality, budgetary targets and environmental objectives are met
Have a clear understanding of the company's policies and vision and how the warehouse contributes to these
Coordinate the use of automated and computerised systems where necessary
Respond to and deal with customer communication by email and telephone
Keep stock control systems up to date and make sure inventories are accurate
Plan future capacity requirements
Organise the recruitment and training of staff, as well as monitoring staff performance and progress
Motivate, organise, and encourage teamwork within the workforce to ensure productivity targets are met or exceeded
Produce regular reports and statistics on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
Brief supervisors and team leaders daily
Visit customers to monitor the quality of service they are receiving
Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene, and security in the work environment, for example, ensuring that stock such as chemicals and food are stored safely
Oversee the planned maintenance of vehicles, machinery, and equipment
Where appropriate, oversee the maintenance and operation of warehouse management systems and automated storage and retrieval systems.
What skills and experience are we looking for?
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Numeracy and an understanding of finance for stock management
People management skills, including the ability to inspire, lead and motivate a team of people, delegate work and explain ideas
Teamworking skills
Planning and organising skills to effectively manage the flow of stock
Analytical ability
Accuracy and attention to detail
Initiative and decisiveness
Technical and IT skills, particularly when it comes to database management and spreadsheets
Problem-solving skills and the ability to work on a tactical and strategic level
The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
A flexible approach to work and shift patterns
Knowledge of the legal requirements of operating a warehouse
CPC knowledge
Transport management and legislation knowledge
How will we reward you?
Annual bonus opportunity
Opportunities to be involved in wider business projects
30 days holiday a year, increasing with service
Up to 20% discount in Leyland SDM, plus discount across other Grafton Group brands
Pension with competitive contributions
Share saving scheme into our parent company, the Grafton Group
Company sick pay
Health Cash-plan - claim money back on everyday healthcare needs and treatments (Dental, physio, prescriptions to name a few)
Life assurance
Refer a friend scheme
Cycle to work scheme
100's of retail discounts available through our flexible benefits portal
Apply now