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This role is in support of Cencoras third party logistics service in Europe operating through our Alloga business.
We are seeking a people-focused Warehouse General Manager to lead a high-performing operation in Derby or South Normanton. This position is suited to an engaging and resilient leader with a genuine commitment to developing others building trust and fostering a positive collaborative working culture across a diverse team.
You will hold full accountability for warehouse performance operating within a regulated environment and delivering results through a service-led KPI-driven approach. Leading through a defined management structure (with Operations Managers as direct reports supported by a wider operational team) you will work closely with peers across the business to share best practice drive continuous improvement and ensure consistent operational standards.
Location: Derby or South Normanton Derbyshire
Working Pattern: Full Time 40 hours per week
Key Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day warehouse operation ensuring safe compliant efficient delivery and great service.
Motivate develop and support a high-performing team.
Drive performance throughstrong KPI management identifying trends and leading improvement actions.
Manage operational budgets andwarehouse cost control improving processes and performance.
Build strong internal and external relationships including withpharmaceutical manufacturers supporting operational business review meetings.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements includingGDPandISOstandards.
Embed a strongHealth & Safetyand security culture ensuring standards and responsibilities are consistently followed.
Ensure all colleagues are trained and compliant with role-specific training and SOP requirements.
Support and lead operational change includingproject work WMS/process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
Escalate contractual concerns promptly and keep senior stakeholders informed of key operational and client activities.
Act as part of the business continuity Incident Management Team applying recovery plans as required.
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Skills and Knowledge Required
Passionate visible leader who thrives in a team-basedenvironment.
Strong relationship-builder confident working with different characters and leading through influence.
Excellent communicator at all levels with strong stakeholder management skills.
Strong working knowledge of warehouse activities/systems includingWMS.
Service-led mindset controlled through KPIs with strong problem-solving and strategic thinking.
Strong capability incost managementand operational efficiency.
Strong commitment toH&S security and compliance;GDP knowledgeessential.
Exposure to FMCG and/or pharmaceutical warehousing is beneficial (not essential).
Project management experience or involvement is beneficial.
Experience & Qualifications
5 years warehouse leadership experience (essential).
Client-facing experience able to represent operations in structured client forums (e.g. operational business reviews).
Experience in FMCG in a pharmaceutical environment (desirable)
Educated toO/GCSE level(or above).
NVQ Level 4or equivalent (preferred).
Trained in all relevant SOPs within3 months.
Benefits
Contributory Pension Schemewith the companydoubling contributions(up to a maximum of12%)
Company Car or Car Allowance
Annual Company Bonus
25 days annual leave Bank Holidays
Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.
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The companys continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting training compensation benefits promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.
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Required Experience:
Director