Distribution Centre Manager

6 to 9 month fixed term contract

£70,000 plus £5,688 car allowance per annum

We serve more than 22,000 customers from 34 distribution centres across the country.

About the role

We're looking for an experienced Distribution Manager to support day to day DC operations and play a key role in developing a colleague identified as a future DC Manager successor. You'll provide hands on coaching and exposure across key areas including financial acumen, influencing skills, project & stakeholder management and succession planning.

This role is ideal for a strong leader who enjoys developing talent while keeping the operation running smoothly.

Responsible for leading the 24/7 operation ensuring visionary leadership, strategic thinking, effective cost control and successful management of labour, productivity, quality control and safety measures as established and set by the Business. Maintaining compliance with legislation and delivering through the Smiths News Values and Sustainability goals.

What we can offer you

• £5,688 per annum car allowance
• Company funded Health Cash Plan - providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
• 25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme
• 24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan
• Colleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral scheme

About you

• Experienced Operations Leader - managing, motivating and developing colleagues to cultivate a performance culture
• Previous experience in project management - being part of a team and leading a team
• Previous experience in a time sensitive environment with various sites and managers
• Proven experience of managing change and initiating improvements, maintaining objectives/KPIs
• Previous experience of recruitment and selection

Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.