The Client
Loom Talent Limited have been retained by a leading in-house FMCG / Food based company on a Head of Warehousing vacancy for their NDC operation in Norwich (NR1).
Our client has a primary focus on delivering unrivalled levels of service and innovative product solutions across of 15,000 SKU's, meaning the NDC works at pace, to tight deadlines within a very efficient operation.
The group boasts an already impressive UK customer portfolio within the FMCG / Food space, including a small amount of temperature controlled goods.
The Role
The Head of Warehousing vacancy in Norwich will play a critical role in leading not only the NDC but also 2 smaller RDC's based in the Midlands area.
This position is a truly exciting opportunity for an experienced logistics professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Reporting Line: The Head of Warehousing will report to the UK & European Logistics Director.
2. Operational Leadership: Provide strategic leadership and direction for all operational activities, including warehousing, distribution, strategy, continuous improvement and projects.
3. Team Management: Lead and develop a high-performing, collective site operational team (up to 100+ employees) through managerial & operational leads as direct reports.
4. Client Relationships: Build and maintain an already impressive, strong customer relationship base, ensuring ongoing satisfaction.
5. Commercial Responsibility & Budget Management: Develop and manage the operational site budget, ensuring financial objectives are achieved while maintaining service & quality.
6. Performance Metrics: Continue to evolve the organisational approach to KPI's, whilst ensuring existing and new site standardisation.
7. Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety standards, and industry best practice.
8. Process Optimisation: Continuously evaluate and improve operational processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
9. Innovation: Support the business appetite to drive innovation, along with the adoption of new technologies to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
10. Supplier Relationships: Manage UK commercial relationships with customers, suppliers and third-party service providers to ensure timely and cost-effective services.
The Candidate
The successful candidate for the Head of Warehousing role will have the following skills & experiences:
1. A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential.
2. 5+ Years proven Operations / Site / General Management leadership experience across Warehouse operations - Essential.
3. Previous budgetary responsibility across medium sized DC operations in excess of +£15m - Essential.
4. A sector background within; FMCG, Food, Retail, E-Commerce - Advantageous but not essential.
5. Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams - Essential.
6. Prior commercial knowledge of the UK logistics and warehousing market - Essential.
7. An individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges - Essential.
8. Commutable to the Norwich area 3-4 days per week - Essential.
9. Commutable to the Midlands RDC's for c. 1 day per week on average - Essential.
Salary & Benefits Package
1. Salary - £55,000 to £60,000.
2. Company Bonus Scheme.
3. 25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays.
4. Pension Contributions.
5. Private Health Care.
6. Annual Salary Life Assurance.
7. Plus additional company benefits.
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