Job Description
Department Manager ( Maternity Cover)
Northampton
32000
Monday to Friday 08:00am 16:30pm
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated DepartmentManager to oversee the effective daily warehouse operation of one of our market leading clients department. This role ensures the safe efficient and accurate handling of products manages a team of warehouse associates and maintains compliance with company standards and procedures. You will play a crucial role in the day to day operation of this department working with some well-known brands.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of warehouse staff.
- Ensure accurate and timely receipt storage picking and dispatch of goods.
- Monitor and enforce health & safety hygiene and security standards.
- Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise shift productivity.
- Conduct shift handovers and maintain communication across teams and management.
- Ensure inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and reconciliations.
- Manage shift scheduling attendance and performance of team.
- Operate and oversee use of warehouse equipment ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Resolve operational issues and escalate problems as needed.
- Maintain detailed records of shift activities and generate reports as required.
- Communicating with wholesale teams providing updates and dealing with any requests
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a warehouse or logistics environment a supervisory or team management role.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Working knowledge of warehouse systems WMS software MS Office tools and Google drive.
- Familiarity with warehouse equipment and material handling procedures.
- Excellent organisational and communication abilities
Required Experience:
Manager