Warehouse Manager

APPLICATIONS OPEN

Who we’re looking for;

The Warehouse Manager sits in the centre of the warehouse operation, and acts as the link between the projects team and the warehouse team. We’re looking for a people person. A strong leader with a great attitude who leads from the front and delegates efficiently. We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about creating the best working environment for their staff. The first person in and last out one out. Someone who’s happy to get their hands dirty, first to step forward onto the truck and not scared of cleaning cables.

The ideal candidate will live and breathe kit, and be willing to strive for the highest possible standards and attention to detail. The Warehouse Manager doesn’t need to have a technical background but does need to have a desire to learn. They also need to be able to keep a calm head in challenging situations, working to deadlines and embracing the physical nature of the job.

We’re looking for someone who has the ambition to develop the department, contributing to improving our processes, streamlining stock takes and delivering training. Good organisational skills are paramount, and the right candidate will be able to make a great impact.

Core Duties:

• Management of all aspects of the Warehouse operations including leading a team of casual, full-time and freelance staff.
• Organisation of the warehouse / workshop equipment and consumable items.
• Checking in equipment returned from hire.
• Uphold exceptional standards when prepping and de-prepping equipment for hire.
• Stock Control using Current RMS rental management software.
• Load and Unload vehicles and oversee vehicle loading logistics
• Manage Service, Repair and Maintenance of Fixtures, Equipment and Facilities.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s paperwork process to generate and file hire agreements and prep lists and reports.
• Ensure compliance with company health and safety procedures and ensure H&S standards are kept up in the warehouse.
• Occasional work on site rigging / de-rigging for events.
• Occasional deliveries to site when required.
• Management and upkeep of the company fleet of vehicles.

Required Skills:

• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and customer service skills
• Great leadership and communication skills
• Good time keeping
• Ability to problem solve and to work to deadlines
• High self-motivation
• Physical ability to undertake manual labour required for the position
• Flexibility and a can-do attitude
• Previous experience working in a warehouse environment is an advantage but not essential.
• Full UK Driving License is required
• Forklift Truck License an advantage but not essential

A full programme of training can be provided to the right individual. Knowledge of Sound, Lighting and Visual systems and their applications is an advantage but not essential.

If you think you have what it takes and would be interested in being part of our team then please email peter@axiomevents.co.uk