Job Ref: 213961825

Date: 2021-06-11 16:59:09

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TRIP are working with one of the biggest and long-standing furniture groups in the UK and are looking for an Assistant Manager for their brand new warehouse in Aylesbury.

Our client is passionate about supplying high quality and stylish furniture that is right for the customer and their home – in a way that is deserving of recommendation!

Our client is part of one of the largest and most successful family owned furniture retailers in the UK, established since 1895. During this time, the business has acquired all of its retail properties so you can look forward to a secure future and great opportunities.

The Job – Is It Right For You?

The successful candidate would work closely with the Warehouse Manager to ensure succinct and efficient warehouse practices.  Alongside the Warehouse Manager, you will closely manage a team of experienced drivers and warehouse operatives focusing on their levels of service, development and day to day activity.  

To purpose of this role is to assist in leading the warehouse and driving team to ensure the furniture is professionally and courteously delivered into customer’s homes.  To be successful, you’ll have experience in a similar role where you have been accountable for similar Warehouse operation.  

Role and Responsibilities:

Having a "hands-on" approach to all operational aspects of the operation within the warehouse.
Helping to ensure deliveries to the customer on time and to the required standard.
Influencing and driving continuous improvements throughout the warehouse.
Liaising with customers, suppliers and transport companies. 
Engaging and monitoring team performance and progress.
Monitoring the timesheet function for the full team.
Communicating with internal colleagues and resources where required.
Assisting your line manager with employment relations concerns e.g. performance issues or sickness absence management. 
Maintaining standards of health and safety, hygiene and security in the work environment. 
Helping to oversee the planned maintenance of vehicles, machinery and equipment.Skills & Experience:

Great communication skills.
Ability to influence a team and stand in for the Warehouse Manager smoothly when absent.
Proven experience of and a comprehensive understanding of warehousing systems, industry good practice and the use of technological systems to improve productivity.  
Have an excellent understanding the Health and safety.Aylesbury

Basic salary £22,000 – £28,000 OTE up to £31,000 per annum

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