Distribution Centre Manager

Thorn Baker Recruitment have the exciting opportunity to recruit for a Distribution Centre Manager for our client based in the Lutterworth area of Leicestershire.Pay And Benefits Starting Salary of £50,000 - £60,000 Monday - Friday (42.5 hours) Private Health care25 days annual leave + bank holidaysLife AssuranceIncrease employer pension contributions (5%)Discretionary bonus schemeElectric car purchase available via salary sacrifice scheme About the Role The DC Manager is responsible for overseeing all distribution centre operations, ensuring efficient, safe, and cost-effective warehousing and logistics activities. This role leads both warehouse operational and driver teams, delivers operational excellence, and ensures service levels meet customer and business expectations.The role will have direct reports of a Warehouse Team Lead and a small team of Warehouse Operatives and Drivers.Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all distribution centre operations, including inbound, storage, inventory control, and coordinating closely with Supply Chain Supervisor for outbound logisticsResponsible for ensuring compliance with all transport regulations and safety standardsDevelop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, and service levelsSupport budget management, cost control, and financial performance of the siteManage DC inventory, including but not limited to performing regular cycle counts and monitoring physical inventory (FIFO)Drive continuous ..... full job details .....