Head of Distribution. Based in Purfleet

4 months ago

Purfleet, United Kingdom Carpetright Full time

Job Introduction

**Online and in-stores across the country, our experts are bringing customers’ dreams to life. To continue being the best at what we do, we need the very best people. The big dreamers, go-getters and team players who thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments.**

**With over 30 years at the forefront of an ever-evolving industry, we’re always looking for new ways to improve. Embracing new ideas and offering flexible solutions, both digitally and in-store to delight our customers, enhance their shopping experience and inspire our colleagues. And our work is only just beginning.**

**The opportunity: Head of Distribution, Purfleet Essex (Hybrid). Permanent.**

This is a new opportunity to lead our distribution function and team to deliver a first class culture and operation which maximises all assets and partners to drive incremental income.

**A Brief Snapshot of the Opportunity**:

- This role provides strategic leadership and general management to the Distribution Centre with full P&L responsibility, driving the performance of the operation to ensure objectives are achieved and all operational and financial targets are met
- You and your team will also provide an effective service for other Nestware Group businesses located in Purfleet NDC.
- You will lead, manage, and develop the performance of your team to achieve successful results, fostering a positive and customer service driven culture
- Building cross functional relationships within Carpetright and Group businesses within Nestware is key to the success of this opportunity.
- You will be required to support strategic plans and projects within Carpetright and the other group businesses.

**About Your Experience**:

- You will need to have proven experience in a leadership role within a similar scale of logistics operations; leading and delivering extensive change
- Previous leadership and motivation of high performing teams
- You will demonstrate the ability to control costs and deliver incremental income streams
- A good understanding of key industry legal and compliance frameworks is important
- Financial and commercial understanding is key, ideally with prior P&L responsibility
- Educated to degree-level is desirable but not essential

**About You**:

- You definitely have the ability to deliver exceptional Customer Service
- The ability to coach, lead and motivate teams is essential
- You’re self-motivated, clear, and a confident communicator at all levels of the organisation
- The ability to solve complex issues and problems at pace
- You’re a collaborative team player with solid influencing ability
- You are resilient and adaptable to change in a calm, measured and positive manner

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