Depot Manager

Position

Depot Manager

Wyboston

Mon - Friday 07:30am - 4pm or 08:30am - 5pm

• Inventory Management:
  Monitoring stock levels to maintain optimal inventory and prevent stockouts.
• Receiving and checking incoming deliveries for accuracy.
• Managing stock rotation to ensure first-in-first-out (FIFO) practice.
• Performing regular stock checks and addressing discrepancies.
• Staff Supervision:
  Leading and motivating a team of warehouse workers including drivers, loaders, and warehouse operatives.
• Assigning tasks and ensuring efficient workflow.
• Performance management, including coaching, training, and disciplinary actions.
• Scheduling staff to meet operational needs.
• Operations Management:
  Overseeing the picking, packing, and loading of orders for delivery.
• Managing warehouse space and optimizing storage layouts.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations within the depot.
• Implementing operational procedures and quality control standards.
• Customer Service:
  Responding to customer inquiries and addressing delivery issues.
• Liaising with sales teams to ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients.
• Reporting and Analysis:
  Generating reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) like stock levels, delivery times, and operational costs.
• Analysing data to identify areas for improvement and implement changes.
• Logistics Coordination:
  Coordinating deliveries with transport providers.
• Managing vehicle maintenance and scheduling.
• Monitoring and optimizing delivery routes.

• Leadership experience:
  Proven ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Warehouse management systems (WMS) proficiency:
  Familiarity with warehouse software for inventory tracking and order processing.
• Logistics knowledge:
  Understanding of distribution processes, including picking, packing, and shipping.
• Strong communication skills:
  Effective communication with staff, customers, and other departments.
• Problem-solving skills:
  Ability to identify and resolve operational issues promptly.
• Analytical skills:
  Data analysis to identify trends and make informed decisions.
• Driving licence required for this role.
• Successful applicants will be required to attend interviews.

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Charley McCleave on (phone number removed) or .

If you are interested in this position, please apply with a copy of your CV, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity with you in further detail.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.