Retail Warehouse Manager – warehouse job in london

Job ID: 261208

Date posted: 09/10/2024

IKEA London City are looking to welcome a value’s driven, logistics champion to join our team as a Retail Warehouse Manager, in IKEA we call this position a Fulfilment Operations Manager.

We have bold plans to transform the City, getting closer to where our customers live, work and socialise, you will work across our Oxford Street & Hammersmith units.

We are looking to welcome a leader who can deliver excellence in the operations through our people and for our customers.

Your remit will be to lead a high quality, end-to-end unit fulfilment operation, whilst coaching and developing the operational team.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The Start Date of employment will be: 2nd November 2024, we will take any notice periods into consideration.
• This role offers a starting salary of £35,500 per annum, based on competence & experience.
• 39 hours per week, working hours will support the needs of the business.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs.

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Season Ticket Transport Loan – We care about the planet and encourage sustainable commuting to our stores with a 15% subsidised transport loan of your annual transport fare.

..as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE

• Experience in leading people, preferable in distribution, retail, logistics with a proven record of successful people development.
• A strategic leadership approach delivering both business result with a commercial focus balancing efficiency and profitability.
• Proven analytical skills, understanding budgets, costs and key performance measurements.
• Experience of collaborating and influencing others, setting priorities and delegating responsibility.
• Experience in applying tactical and operational thinking and implementing action plans, providing clear direction, and following up goals.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Ensure operational efficiency by implementing improvements, new processes, technologies, and ways of working across inbound, replenishment, outbound, and service execution to enhance customer and Co-worker experiences.
• Foster strong cooperation and communication with the Fulfilment Integration team, unit management, support functions, and external transport/service providers to maximise goods availability and customer order fulfilment at the lowest cost.
• Ensure the Fulfilment Operations team adheres to the IKEA code of conduct, relevant Standard Operating Procedures, internal regulations, and local health, safety, security, and environmental legislation.
• Lead, coach, develop, and inspire a high-performing Fulfilment Operations team by collaborating with the Fulfilment Integration team.
• Focus on communication, flexibility, performance culture, competence development, succession planning, and maintaining a work environment that supports equality, diversity, inclusion, and well-being.
• Implement the Customer Fulfilment Sustainability agenda within the assigned unit operations environment

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Please attach an updated CV and cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face to face interview in the unit

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

If you have any questions about the process please contact me at janice.chalkley@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help.