Assistant Warehouse Manager

Job Description

Summary

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Warehouse manager; this role supports the Warehouse Manager in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while also assisting with deliveries across the South East and Midlands. It is a varied, customer-facing position combining warehouse responsibilities, driving, and trade counter support.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery vehicles are accurately loaded with the correct products and spare parts
• Assist with driving and delivering goods to regular customers across the South East and Midlands
• Safely unload products at customer locations, including occasions where self-unloading is required
• Support and lead the team in preparing and loading vehicles for next-day deliveries
• Carry out picking, packing, and dispatch tasks during busy periods using courier systems
• Provide trade counter support, assisting customers with enquiries, product information, and order processing
• Receive and process incoming deliveries, including checking and booking in stock
• Assist with stock control, warehouse organisation, and preparation for larger deliveries
• Act as a key holder and oversee warehouse operations in the absence of the Warehouse Manager
• Maintain general warehouse standards, including cleanliness and vehicle upkeep
• Accurately use internal systems for stock and order management

Candidate Specification

• Full, clean driving licence (maximum of 3 points)
• Previous experience in warehouse operations; forklift experience preferred
• Physically fit and capable of heavy lifting
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Proactive and forward-thinking approach
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 4 weeks paid holiday
• Full training provided in a supportive working environment
• Health cash plan enrolment
• Pension contributions
• Regular social events

Hours

• 7:30am – 5.00pm Monday – Friday