Job Description
Distribution Manager - Plymouth
We're looking for an experienced Distribution Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our Plymouth depot. You'll oversee both warehouse and transport teams, ensuring products are delivered safely, efficiently and on time, every time.
What you'll be doing
* Leading the full end-to-end operation across warehouse and transport
* Coaching and developing senior leaders to support effective decision-making
* Delivering people plans and building a positive, engaged team culture
* Managing performance, costs, resources and service priorities in a busy logistics environment
* Driving continuous improvement across productivity, cost and operational stability
* Overseeing operational risk, safety, security and compliance standards
* Working constructively with union partners on change, wellbeing and workforce planning
* Collaborating with the wider logistics network to share best practice and support improvement initiatives
What you'll bring
* Proven experience leading large operational teams within logistics or a similar high-volume environment
* Strong operational judgement with the ability to balance service, cost and people needs
* Experience turning operational plans into clear, actionable priorities for teams
* Confidence managing risk and making decisive decisions in a fast-moving setting
* A coaching-led, people-focused leadership style that drives high standards and engagement
Ready to lead a major depot operation and make a real impact? Apply today.
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.