Warehouse system lead

Warehouse Systems/Process Lead Advertised on 09/05/2024 Adecco Manchester are pleased to be exclusively recruiting for a a Warehouse Professional to join a prestigious distribution organisation based in Salford, Manchester. Please ensure you read the full job description before making your application. If you require any additional information or assistance with your application, please contact Jessica on (phone number removed) or Details Monday-Friday 08.30-17.00 - No evenings/weekends Salford Permanent contract Salary up to GBP40,000 per annum 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Free parking on-site Context of the role This is a brand new role for a proven Warehouse and Logistics profession to join a growing distribution organisation. The organisation is in the process of implementing a new ERP and E-Commerce system to fulfil the demands of a new E-Commerce division. As such, we require a candidate with excellent knowledge of warehouse operations who can effectively review warehouse processes and work-flows, and rewrite/amend/realign these processes/work-flows to maximise efficiency #39;s before/during/after ERP implementation. You will champion improvements and coordinate HSEQ requirements. If you have experience in either a warehousing, logistics or stock control environment and have a good grasp of the importance of process improvements this could be the ideal role for you in the next step of your career. Reporting This role will report to the Supply Chain Manager, and will work in close partnership with the current Warehouse Manager, Warehouse Team Leader, and other senior leadership. Core responsibilities, activities, and skill sets The ideal candidate will have experience of following good warehouse processes to efficiently receipt, stock, package and dispatch items from a busy distribution centre. They will enjoy looking at new technologies/systems and have a detailed mindset that can identify potential areas for process improvement, as well as risks. You will have a good understanding of the efficiency of the end-to-end warehouse and logistics processes including goods in, receipting, inspection, quarantine, picking, packing, labelling, marking and dispatching, to ensure on time delivery of products to customers and achievement of customer contract KPI #39;s. You will be both logical and methodical, able to detail processes and outcomes, working with ERP specialists and senior Managers to consider new processes, track potential efficiency and train personnel on new ways of working. Whilst this isn #39;t a full time hands-on role in the warehouse you will be keen to learn all the processes and complete all the relevant training so that you can step in for supervisors and help on the shop-floor during busy periods of work which could involve you picking, packaging, receipting and putting away stock, managing quarantine and container de-stuffing tasks as and when needed. You are comfortable reviewing spreadsheets and using data to inform good decision making Confident supporting the management team and working on key projects such as implementation of a new ERP and warehouse management system and also the implementation of a new e-commerce system. You will have a good understanding of basic health and safety legislation and work closely with internal team members and external consultants to maintain a safe and healthy work environment, acting as one of the lead H S champions in the business, ensuring HSEQ processes are followed, documentation is accurate and up to date and delivering continuous improvement. Inducting, training and ongoing development of personnel. Assist with compiling, tracking and reviewing KPI #39;s for the warehouse function and, where necessary, identifying trends, recommending and implementing corrective actions. Interview Process An initial screening call with the lead recruiter for this vacancy A 30 minute virtual video call to explore your skill set and previous positions A 15 minute Teams call with the client 1st stage interview - on site 2nd stage interview - on site and to include a short practical assessment relating to work-flows Offer stage Start date - flexible around your notice period and any pre-booked annual leave Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. 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