About the Company
J Parkers Dutch Bulbs Wholesale Ltd. is a leading supplier of high-quality mail order bulbs and plants to customers in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1933, the company has over 90 years of experience sourcing the finest bulbs and plants directly from growers in Europe. We have a reputation for quality, value, and reliability
This position is based in Anwick, Lincolnshire. NG34 9SS
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager with strong general management skills to support the day-to-day running of our warehouse, alongside a small but busy team in the office. The role requires a confident person with strong people leadership and sound decision-making with good organisational ability. The successful candidate does not need to come from a horticulture background but should be comfortable working in a horticulture mail order environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the manager with the day-to-day running of the warehouse, including picking, packing, despatch.
- Lead and motivate team Leaders.
- Work closely with Team Leaders to ensure quality is maintained in preparation, picking and packing.
- Assist with staff recruitment and training.
- Maintaining accurate records
- Ensure compliance with company procedures. Including look after Health and Safety on site.
- Help in seasonal planning for peak/off peak periods.
- Help to encourage a culture of teamwork on the warehouse floor.
- Look at ways to improve efficiency and productivity in the warehouse
Required Skills.
- Proven management or supervisory experience, with responsibility for leading teams and supporting day-to-day running of the warehouse.
- Good people management skills, with the ability to organise.
- Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and respond to changing demands.
- Good decision-making and problem-solving ability, with a practical and hands-on approach.
- Good communication skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Business Central is an advantage but not essential as training can be given.
- Management qualification. Or relevant training in leadership, operations, or business administration.
- Knowledge of health and safety.
- Forklift license FLT or Long Reach could be useful.
- Problem solving, and a hands-on attitude.
Pay: £30,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
