Head of Distribution
15 days ago
Manchester
Head of Distribution \n Greater Manchester | Up to £80,000 DOE + Bonus + Benefits \n Our client is a leading FMCG manufacturer and distributor seeking an experienced Head of Distribution to oversee and optimise its end-to-end distribution operation. This is a senior leadership opportunity within a fast-paced, high-volume environment, responsible for warehousing, transport, inventory management, customer service delivery and operational excellence across the network. \n Reporting to the Supply Chain Director, you will lead a large operational team, driving performance, efficiency, service levels and continuous improvement to support ongoing business growth. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead all distribution activities, including warehouse operations, transport, inventory and outbound logistics\n, • Develop and implement distribution strategies aligned with business objectives\n, • Drive operational excellence, productivity improvements and cost efficiencies\n, • Ensure OTIF, customer service and operational KPI targets are consistently achieved\n, • Manage and develop a large team through a structure of managers and supervisors\n, • Oversee resource planning and capacity management to support demand fluctuations\n, • Manage operational budgets and identify opportunities to optimise costs\n, • Lead continuous improvement initiatives across processes, systems and people\n, • Utilise operational data and reporting to support decision-making and performance management\n, • Work collaboratively with Supply Chain, Production, Procurement, Customer Service and Commercial teams\n, • Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety, quality and regulatory requirements\n, • Support business transformation, automation and technology-led improvement projects\n, • Promote a culture of accountability, engagement and high performance\n\n About You \n\n • Proven senior leadership experience within FMCG, manufacturing, retail or high-volume logistics operations\n, • Strong background managing both warehouse and transport functions\n, • Experience leading large, multi-site or complex distribution operations\n, • Demonstrable success delivering operational improvements and cost-saving initiatives\n, • Strong people leadership, coaching and stakeholder management skills\n, • Excellent commercial, analytical and problem-solving capabilities\n, • Experience managing significant operational budgets and performance metrics\n, • Strong understanding of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and logistics technologies\n\n Package \n\n • Salary up to £80,000 DOE\n, • Performance-related bonus\n, • Private healthcare\n, • Enhanced pension\n, • Generous holiday entitlement\n, • Excellent career progression opportunities\n\n This is an excellent opportunity for a high-calibre distribution professional to make a significant impact within a market-leading FMCG business, driving operational performance and shaping the future of a critical distribution function. \n If you are keen to find out more, please contact Adam Norris at Reed or apply now. \n