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General Manager Swindon Distribution

White Glove

England

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 90,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

An innovative fashion retailer is seeking a General Manager to oversee warehouse operations at their Swindon facility. This role involves managing both automated and manual processes, ensuring efficient throughput of millions of pieces annually. The ideal candidate will lead the implementation of cutting-edge systems, redefine management practices, and foster positive relationships between management and union. Join a dynamic team in a rapidly evolving retail environment where your leadership will drive significant improvements and operational success.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in managing large-scale warehouse operations.
  • Strong leadership skills to redefine management practices.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the Change Process for the introduction of a PTL system.
  • Redefine operational practices to enhance flexibility and efficiency.

Skills

Change Management
Operational Management
Warehouse Operations
Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Management

Tools

PTL (Pick to Light) System

Job description

A large fashion retailer is now looking for a General Manager.

Responsible for both automated and manual warehouse operations at Swindon. This is an in-house facility with an annual throughput of 45 million pieces and an operational budget of £19m, with a warehouse footprint of 350,000 sq. ft.

You will:

  1. Manage the Change Process throughout the introduction of a leading-edge PTL (pick to light) system.
  2. Redefine senior management operational working practices to enable greater flexibility.
  3. Introduce new site practices between management and union, leading to major improvements in on-site relationships and a reduction of IR issues.
  4. Deliver budget within a changing environment and evolving retail demands.
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