We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager to join an expanding family run business. Our client is supplying fresh produce to retailers and the food industry, working with local, national and international growers.

In this role you will manage, lead & develop your respective team; ensuring and maintaining a successful operational flow throughout the warehouse.

Responsibilities of the Warehouse Operations Manager:

• Assist in managing a cost effective & efficient warehouse operation, ensure manning & equipment levels are maintained to ensure full warehouse operation.
• Oversee the day to day operational and financial running of the warehouse.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory and company health & Safety regulations.
• Ensure that all practices and procedures are executed in the pack house and they comply with the relevant Food Safety Act and Systems.
• Maintain and improve performance levels both in terms of service and financial control.
• Achieving KPIs including cases moved per hour, accuracy of stock received and dispatched, labour turnover, sickness and absence levels, service levels.
• Working within budgets including staffing costs, agency costs, equipment costs, maintenance costs and material costs.
• Direct, motivate and develop the management team to equip them with the skills to effectively lead and manage their teams.
• Demonstrable change management abilities, ability to work within an evolving organisation and challenge the status quo driving change in a business.
• Ensure a secure and safe environment for staff and products.

The Successful Candidate:

• Previous experience of modern warehouse operations management and stock control within FMGC food industry and a fast paced environment would be very desirable.
• Excellent IT Skills - Experience of Microsoft Dynamics AX or similar ERP solution would be advantageous.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to engage, coach and develop your team. Clear, concise verbal and written communication skills.