Job Description
As a result of a significant period of growth, Capex Recruitment are working in partnership with a market leading wholesale & distribution firm in the Lisburn area on the appointment of a Site Warehouse Operations Manager.
Working with a continuous improvement mindset, you will play a key role with the implementation of the new WMS system whilst overseeing the smooth, day to day running of the Warehouse & Logistics function of the business.
What’s in it for you:
* Starting salary of up to £55,000
* Annual bonus
* Flexible working hours (39-hour week)
Responsibilities in your new role:
* Complete continuous improvement initiatives throughout the logistics function, working closely with the Group IT Solutions Lead to identify areas where new technologies can bring about greater efficiencies to site operations
* Identify & implement control measures to ensure the logistics budget is aligned to Group expectations
* Maintain excellent employee relations, understand the needs and concerns of all employees, resolve issues with the assistance of the HR department
* Manage data collection for the updating of metrics to achieve productivity targets, reduce cost, eliminate errors, and deliver excellent customer service
* Ensure all employees, visitors and contractors on site are trained on and comply with all our health and safety policies outlined in our Health & Safety Policy
* Ensure all mandatory health & safety training is kept up to date, on file and in line with legal requirements
* Promote a training and development culture which will enable site employees to advance their careers when opportunities arise within the Group
* Seek to continuously improve operational management systems, processes, and adapt best practices
* Delegate responsibilities while maintaining organisational control & accountability for all operations on site
* Ensure all legal and regulatory requirements for site, plant and equipment are in place
* Ensure all site operations are carried out in a safe, cost-effective & timely manner
* Prepare, distribute, present metric and project status reports to management
* Ensure all equipment / facilities/ emergency systems on site are maintained and serviced in line with legal & statutory guidelines
* Take all necessary measures to ensure that our team working on site, the building and its contents are secure at all times
* Ensuring fire safety / burglar alarm systems and equipment are serviced regularly and maintained in good working order. Liaising with our contracted security company to ensure the premises is monitored outside of business hours
* Actively drive positive change throughout the site
* Deliver all site projects on time ensuring we have the support of the team
What you will need to succeed:
* A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role
* Proficiency with WMS / ERP / MRP
* Be an outstanding leader who leads by example, sharing knowledge and empowering staff
* Have the ability to lead, motivate, and support a large team within a time-sensitive and demanding environment, including career development plans for progression from within
* Full clean driving license and be willing to travel to other Group company premises
For a confidential conversation about how Capex Recruitment can support you with your next move, reach out to Chris Quinn, our Supply Chain specialist today.