Assistant Distribution Centre Manager

3 weeks ago

United Kingdom Huws Gray Group. Full time

Huws Gray Supply Chain Solutions are soon to be introducing a groundbreaking distribution centre exclusively for public sector clients—an innovation set to redefine standards and elevate efficiency in the sector, ensuring unparalleled service and transformative impact. So, we are looking for an Assistant Distribution Centre Manager to join our brandnew team in Lincoln

If you’re in the trade or have ever tackled a home improvement project, you’ve probably heard of us. We’re the Huws Gray Group and we’re made up of a number of brands, including Huws Gray, Hirebase, Civils & Lintels, The Timber Group, PDM, NDI and Anglia Tool Centre to name a few.Up and down the UK, our branches are serving and supporting our local communities with all their building material needs, but we couldn’t do this without the right people, so why not join us?

Our Distribution Centres play key roles within our Huws Gray Supply Chain Solutions business as they ensure that the materials required across our Partnering Storesnetwork are delivered on time.

We rely on our Assistant Distribution Centre Managers to support the manager inthe efficient and effective distribution of products to our customers and branches. The role is critical to the contiuned growth of the Supply Chain Solutions business. Working in one of our Distribution Centres you’ll be part of a team where everyone is putting the effort in to offer brilliant customer service and to get the job done.

Here’s a quick overview of some of the things you can expect to do as a Assistant Distributuion Centre Manager with Huws Gray:

  • Develop and implement distribution strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives alongside the DC Manager. This includes determining the most efficient distribution channels, transportation methods, and warehouse locations.
  • Monitor and manage stock levels to ensure that products are readily available for distribution while avoiding overstocking or understocking issues
  • Oversee the transportation of goods, which may involve coordinating with carriers, negotiating transportation contracts
  • Optimise warehouse operations, including storage, regulations, and order fulfillment processes.
  • Ensure that safety and security requirements are followed at all times
  • Supervise a team of distribution staff, including warehouse operatives and drivers, providing guidance, training & performance evaluations
  • Maintain quality control measures to ensure that products are handled and shipped without damage or defects.

We know that you are more than just a CV and embracing everyone’s individuality is what makes us great as a team. We're looking for someone who has a proven track record in a leadership role managing a similar warehouse/distribution centre environment. As well as this we'd also like you to demonstrate the following:

  • Proven track record in a similar leadership role, supervising a warehouse or distribution centre environment.
  • Comfortable supervising a team in a busy environment, providing leadership and development to the team.
  • Demonstrate that you have a broad knowledge of Health & Safety in the warehousing environment.
  • Experience of using IT systems to manage the day to day running of the distribution processes, including stock management, vehicle tracking, and order updates
  • An understanding on how the courier process works thus maximising margin benefits for the business.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with internal teams, external partners, and customers.
  • Creative initiative with strong problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to build strong relationships, both externally and internally.
  • Good presentation and communication skills.
  • Versatile and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
  • PC Literacy Skills – Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize distribution processes, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
  • Ability to adapt to changing market conditions, customer demands, and industry trends.
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate order fulfillment and quality control.

We know you’re thinking ‘this sounds great, but what’s in it for me?’ Let us tell you:

  • 23 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • Company performance bonus scheme
  • Acontributory pension scheme
  • Company funded Life Assurance
  • Arange of training and development programmes to help you progress your career

Our online application process takes less time to complete than it does to make a good brew, so stick the kettle on and make your application

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