Distribution Centre Manager - Interim

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6 month fixed term position to provide cover due to internal move

£65,000 to £80,000 per annum plus £5,688 per annum car allowance and benefits.

About the role

We are recruiting for a Distribution Centre Manager for our Hemel Hempstead site for a 6 month period, to provide cover due to an internal move.

Responsible for leading the 24/7 operation ensuring visionary leadership , strategic thinking ,effective cost control and successful management of labour, productivity, quality control and safety measures as established and set by the Business. Maintaining compliance with legislation and delivering through the Smiths News Values and Sustainability goals.

This role will also support the implementation of key strategic transformation programmes.

What we can offer you

Not only do we offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance and 5% match pension but you'll also have access to:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance
• Company funded Health Cash Plan - providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
• 25 days holiday
• 24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan
• Private medical insurance
• Colleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral scheme

About you

• Previous experience leading teams to achieve and maintain a high performance culture
• Previous project management experience
• Experience in a time sensitive environment with various sites and managers
• Proven experience of managing change and initiating improvements, maintaining objectives/KPIs.
• Proven ability to spot and solve problems in a proactive way

About us

Smiths News is the UK's largest news wholesaler. Our colleagues serve 24,000 retailers every day of the year, operating from 33 distribution centres.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us. We are working together to build and shape a culture that embraces people from all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News is dedicated to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.