Area Warehousing Manager; Automotive parts

Since the year 2000, OEC has grown globally to more than 1,000 employees with a double-digit revenue increase nearly every year. We provide a lively culture, employee rewards and recognition, and the opportunity to develop and implement innovative technology solutions.

The primary purpose of this role is to achieve the
Parts & Service objectives
by driving and improving your regional
Distrigo Hub, Relay, Market, and Eurorepar Car Service businesses
with regard to
operational performance
. Working with
site management and leadership
to ensure processes and data are implemented, maintained and actioned. Working closely with
Area Sales Managers
to ensure key operational
Norms, systems and contractual criteria
deliver the primary purpose.

The role is dedicated to the following areas:
Scotland (Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, Aberdeen)and
Northeast England (Huddersfield,
Doncaster and surrounding areas).

• Creation, revision and management of
  operational standards (Norms)for sales, service, warehouse, CRM and customer satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with
  contractual criteria
  including
  staffing, stock levels and first-pick availability
• Assist with
  recruitment of key roles
  and ensure teams are fully trained via the
  LMS
• Management of the
  Speeder reporting system
  , including
  customer coding, system maintenance and BI reporting
• System setup, maintenance and training for Service Box, PLPR, Power Supply/Return, Power Line, Edoc, CMS/TMS, PCB and LMS
• Management of the
  parts movement programme
  to increase
  customer satisfaction
• Management of sales-focused systems including
  Insight, Onsight, Pinpoint and the Distrigo website
• Onboarding of new investors, including
  Distrigo Hubs, Markets, Relays and Eurorepar Car Service
• Define, implement and maintain
  BPI/composite reporting
  , providing data insights to improve
  cash flow and profitability
• Drive continuous improvement in
  customer satisfaction
• Partner with Area Sales Managers to drive sales performance across all channels
• Collaborate with Network, NSC and EE teams to resolve issues and improve efficiencies
• Act as an ambassador for process improvement, simplification and customer satisfaction
• Work with network management and senior leadership in a strategic consultative capacity

• 3+ years' experience
  managing
  regional warehousing/distribution operations
  within the
  automotive parts industry
• In-depth knowledge of the
  UK Aftermarket, Trade and Network Operations
• Strong understanding of
  financial data, management accounts and profitability
• Proficiency in
  Stellantis Parts & Service systems
  and
  Microsoft Office
• Understanding of
  sales and commercial operations
• Experience in
  process improvement
  ,
  coaching
  and operational excellence
• Strong communication skills with the ability to
  influence stakeholders up to Director/Board level
• Demonstrated gravitas, credibility and leadership presence
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with strong initiative and tenacity
• Passion for customer satisfaction
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously