Warehouse Manager

The Warehouse Manager will be Responsible for;

• Lead the warehousing team to ensure that the implementation of the sales plan against seasonal demand is smooth, within budget and outperforms previous periods.
• Deal with performance issues quickly and consistently.
• Build a plan to deliver continuous staff improvement, though engaging employees.
• Liaise with HR to manage warehouse recruitment and staff performance issues as required.
• Work collaboratively with the Logistics management team to support them in the vision of achieving a world class logistics function
• Understand global logistics to provide solutions to senior management on our supply chain strategy.
• Be part of the Leadership Team and contribute strategically to the business agenda.
• Carry out additional duties and to take extra responsibilities as and when required.
• Responsible for all inbound functions, including box checks, put away, returns and receipt of goods.
• Manage stock rotation within the DC and 3rd party sites to maximise efficiency.
• Key relationship holder with key 3rd party logistics suppliers and associated site management.
• Liaise with courier and freight partners to manage demand and peak planning.
• Manage outbound workload for all channels. Forecast resource against demand and clearly communicate to stakeholders.
• Have clear understanding of business critical software such as the warehouse management system, ERP, reporting tools and recommend enhancements to improve efficiencies.
• Support stock take and month end routines.
• Establish clear process documents and training guides for the operation.
• Oversee all facilities and site maintenance, this include materials handling equipment, building repairs and general upkeep of the site.
• Manage the warehouse KPI's, making recommendations and driving improvements.
• Lead Health and Safety and deliver clear guidance on Health and Safety practices and a safe working environment
• Proactively communicate with the sourcing and transport teams in terms of on time receipt and goods in.
• Work closely with the Quality, Retail, Wholesale and Digital teams fulfilling orders on time to each channel.
• Ensure key performance indicators (KPI's) are established that make improvements to cost or efficiency improvements transparent to management.
• Participate in team meetings and cross functional projects, offering logistics insights
• Attend and participate in Company training initiatives as and when instructed to develop skills.