Head of Warehouse Operations

1 week ago


Hexham, Northumberland, United Kingdom EGGER Group Full time

We are looking for a Head of Warehouse to lead a culture of safety, quality, service, and continuous improvement within our warehouse operations.

As an essential member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of safety policies, warehousing best practices, warehouse design, personnel management, and operational efficiency.


City:
Hexham
Contract Type:Full-time
Job-Code:4097
Department: Materials Management and Logistics

Your Tasks:

  • Foster a culture of safety, quality, service, and continuous improvement within warehouse operations.
  • Assess current operations and recommend/implement best practices to optimise all aspects of the operation.
  • Plan and develop warehouse layout, product flow, and handling systems to enhance efficiency.
  • Establish and maintain effective safety policies and procedures within the department.
  • Analyse process workflow and implement changes to enhance warehouse operations systems.
  • Manage and develop department personnel in collaboration with the Human Resources department.
  • Initiate and participate in special projects as needed by the Plant Director Logistics.
  • Ensure seamless coordination between Warehouse, Production, Transport, Production/Materials Management, and Customer Services to maximise service levels and productivity.
  • Ensure the highest standards of housekeeping to reduce material damage and customer complaints.
  • Develop and maintain relevant management performance indicators and reports as agreed with the Plant Director Logistics.
  • Develop annual budgets and capital expenditure plans and provide regular reports on actual spends versus budget.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and advise on policy and procedure updates as needed.

Our Requirements:

  • Preferably a diploma/degree in business studies or a professional discipline such as logistics, or equivalent.
  • Full driving licence as some travel will be required.
  • Substantive knowledge of warehouse and distribution operations.
  • Midsenior management level experience in warehouse management and distribution.
  • Proficiency in Project Management and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
  • Strong understanding of ITbased Warehouse Management Systems and Operations Excellence.
  • Excellent problemsolving and negotiation skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and IT skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

We Offer:

The opportunity to join the largest manufacturing employer in Northumberland; focussed on quality, customer service, the environment and sustainability. Competitive employee benefits (including company pension scheme, learning and development opportunities, and a travel/fuel payment). Technologically advanced systems and processes. Comprehensive induction process, progressive training and development.

Other benefits include:

  • A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
  • An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
  • The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Subsidised travel to and from work.
  • An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
  • Tailored training and career development opportunities.
  • The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
  • Onsite restaurant.
  • Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
  • Free parking in a secure staff car park.
Applications close: 16 May 2024

Your Contact
Philip Maloney, HR, T 36361

About EGGER:

We create more from wood. With more than 11,000 employees worldwide who work with passion, upholding our family values and innovative spirit. This is how we create products for furniture, interior design, construction as well as laminate flooring.

We keep moving and are always developing - manufacturing new products, tapping into emerging markets and generating exciting prospects for everyone that works with us.


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