Assistant Warehouse Manager
Food Distribution
Location: North London
Salary: £38,000-£40,000
A leading food distribution company in West London is seeking an Assistant Warehouse Manager to support the smooth running of their busy warehouse operations. The role involves overseeing day-to-day activities, supervising staff, and ensuring high standards of efficiency and safety.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading, training, and motivating your warehouse team while managing schedules and performance.(direct 4 indirect 44)
* Managing receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and stock control processes.
* Ensuring compliance with health & safety and food safety standards.
* Identifying inefficiencies and recommending process improvements.
* Producing performance reports and liaising with other departments for seamless operations.
Candidate requirements:
* 2-5 years' experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
* Multi-temp food storage experience
* Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Excel, and courier platforms.
* Valid MHE licence (Reach, Counterbalance, or Bendi).
* Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
* Capable of handling physical tasks, including lifting items up to 25kg and working on your feet for extended periods