Elevation Procurement & Supply Chain are delighted to be partnered with a leading B2B / B2C multidrop distribution business, in the search for a General Manager for their Maidstone operation.
A Blue-Chip business environment with a national network, servicing the requirements of both national contracts and local business requirements.
Overview:
The General Manager will provide overall leadership for the site, achieve the key objectives of the company and actively take responsibility to build a strong brand in industry.
You will be responsible for the overall performance of the site in terms of both operational & financial
areas. Leading a P&L of Cir £7m.
You will be responsible to develop and execute the business plan and the achievement of Key Performance Indicators in the areas of customer, financial, internal business processes, people and Health and safety.
You will Design, Plan & Manage all site resources to enhance value to all company stakeholders.
To manage the resources and work processes cost effectively and efficiently to ensure that the contractual obligations to the customer are achieved.
The Role:
? Develop succession planning strategies identifying and growing talent to fill leadership and business critical positions in the future
? Ensures that all relevant legislative requirements are adhered to and that Company procedures and standards (including Health and Safety, security, personnel, finance and Transport) are maintained
? Maintains regular management meetings and communicates to all branch staff through staff briefings
? Contribute to the wider branch network as a whole by identifying and sharing best practice
? Support the wider Leadership Team in identifying and achieving Business strategic plans
? Ensure the avoidance of cash losses for both customers
? To continually evaluate the resources required for the site, including current and future demands, ensuring capacity plans are aligned with volume reductions and fluctuations
? Prepare annual budgets and report on monthly financial position
? Ensure full compliance of all security procedures within the branch
? Leading a team of 80 heads, in a transport focused environment, with 50 vehicles.
Package:
£60-65k
Car or car allowance
25% bonus,
Private medical (single cover)
Pension
This dynamic role would suit a candidate with a strong background with the either the Parcels, Home delivery or Multi-drop sectors.
Holding a CPC is highly desirable.