General Manager Warehousing & Logistics

Job title:

General Manager Warehousing & Logistics

Company

LloydsPharmacy

Job description

About The RoleLloydsPharmacy Clinical Homecare are looking for a General Manager within Warehouse and logistics you will be responsible for providing overall leadership for the Harlow Scimitar site, ensuring that the facility operates efficiently, safely, and in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. This role will involve coordinating and managing the stock, storage, collation, and transportation of materials for pharmaceutical manufacturing and medication, ensuring timely delivery to patients’ homes in accordance with service level agreements (SLAs), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Distribution Practice (GDP), and LPCH Quality Management Systems (QMS).Key Accountabilities:Warehousing Service Delivery:

• Ensure the delivery of a warehousing service that meets or exceeds all agreed service levels, focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Change Management and Automation:

• Lead and implement change initiatives aimed at automating operations, driving efficiencies, and enhancing overall performance outcomes.

Technology Integration:

• Oversee the integration of supporting technologies to reduce the need for manual intervention, including:
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS): Implement and optimize the use of WMS to streamline warehouse operations.
• Storage Optimization Systems: Develop and maintain systems that optimize storage allocation and conditions to maximize space utilization and product accessibility.

Data Analytics and KPI Monitoring:

• Leverage data analytics tools to monitor and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs), including order cycle times, accuracy, and product utilization rates, to inform decision-making and drive performance improvements.

Transport Management Compliance:

• Ensure high standards of management, leadership, and compliance within the transport function, adhering to transportation regulations, LPCH patient SLAs, and industry standards.

Regulatory Compliance Assurance:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations and health and safety standards, maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Continuous Improvement Initiatives:

• Drive continuous improvement activities across warehouse and logistics operations to enhance operational efficiencies, reduce costs, and improve service quality.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and develop a high-performing department, maximizing the performance and potential of team members through effective mentoring, training, and support.

Why LloydsPharmacy Clinical Homecare?We have a lot to offer to not only the 100,000 patients we support, but also to our valued employees. LloydsPharmacy Clinical Homecare has a wide range of exciting opportunities for passionate professionals across nursing, patient services, compounding, pharmacy and warehousing. These roles come with fantastic benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company bonus scheme
• Outstanding training & development programmes
• Up to £1200 refer a friend bonus
• Full support from our employee assistance programme including a health and well-being app
• Savings and discounts at multiple retailers through our rewards portal

About YouExperience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role within a warehouse and logistics environment, specifically in the FMCG or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven GM-level experience in managing warehouse and logistics operations, demonstrating strategic oversight and operational excellence.

Skills:

• Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information and collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to deliver on customer needs and enhance service delivery.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments.
• Methodical approach to work with a keen eye for detail.
• Capacity to balance and prioritize multiple demands effectively.

• The position is primarily based in a warehouse and logistics environment, which may involve physical activities and adherence to safety protocols.

About UsAt LloydsPharmacy Clinical Homecare, with over four decades of experience supporting patients since 1975, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional clinical homecare services to more than 100,000 patients in their own homes, workplaces, or communities across the UK. Our comprehensive range of treatments spans from medication delivery to specialised nursing for complex conditions such as home parenteral nutrition, chemotherapy, IV antibiotics, enzyme replacement therapy, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and beyond. Working in collaboration with the NHS, pharmaceutical companies, and private medical insurers, we prioritise patient care and are guided by our values of Delivering together, Being Accountable, Giving it our all and Continually Improving to provide the highest standards of service delivery and patient outcomes.We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity & inclusion, taking a person-centred approach to our interview process that is fair and free from both discrimination and bias. If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our resourcing team.

Expected salary

£85000 per year

Location

Harlow, Essex

Job date

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 05:26:07 GMT

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