Your new company
This logistics company provides logistics services including road and rail transport, warehousing, and terminal management across Scotland and has been established for a number of years and works with some very prestigious clients in the industry. The Company provides integrated third-party logistics solutions including bonded and non-bonded warehousing and supply chain management to a number of blue-chip customers across Scotland and England.

Your new role
Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the jobholder will lead the operations team encompassing Forklift Truck Drivers, Shunters and Stock Control staff and will take responsibility for the delivery of a first-class warehousing service to our customers. Planning, organising, and leading the warehouse operations team. Overseeing the operation from goods-in, picking, to loading and dispatch. Prioritising workload and ensuring the optimal deployment of space, equipment, and resources. Maintaining warehousing discipline. Liaising with customers, transport colleagues on site and with other depots within the Company. Preparation for all internal and external audits
What you'll need to succeed
A current counterbalance FLT licence is desirable but not essential. Applicants must have experience in a logistics-related operation and demonstrate an understanding of relevant warehouse management systems such as SAP, Dispatcher, and the like, to a busy multi-user function. The ideal candidate will apply personal drive, energy and commitment as well as demonstrating the appropriate range of communication and leadership skills necessary to lead a highly motivated and effective team.
What you'll get in return
This is a Friday - Sunday position working on a 29 hour contract. The working hours are Friday 0600-1800, Saturday and Sunday 0600-1600. The salary is 24,850 and reasonable flexibility is expected in order to meet the requirements of the business, particularly at peak operational periods. This is an excellent opportunity to join a very successful and well-known business.

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