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Deputy Depot Manager - Significant wholesaler distributor - Taunton
Brand Overview

Smiths News is the UK's leading newspaper and magazine wholesaler. Working on behalf of all major national and regional publishers, Smiths News distributes a diverse range of print media to 30,000 customers, ranging from large general retailers to smaller independent newsagents. We use our large geographical footprint of distribution centres to provide an efficient, friendly and professional service to all our customers no matter where they are located. We operate in the world's fastest and most complex supply chain. We offer our customers a wide range of services to increase simplicity and maximise sales. Our core services include newspaper and magazine deliveries 364 days a year, collecting and processing returns, managing retail range, and providing market insight to publishers.

About the Role
- To deputise for the Depot Manager and provide cover for direct reports when required
- Oversee the packing and distribution (Warehouse, Transport and Returns)
- Ensures that Company health, safety and security standards are maintained
- Maintains high standards of housekeeping at all times
- Reliable
- Flexible with working days and hours
- Able to travel to other locations if required
- Customer, service and cost focused

Competencies
The job roles involve working in a time sensitive environment.
- Key understanding of distribution network, process and procedures.
- Knowledge of distribution process flow
- People, management and leadership skills
- Team leader and motivator
- Coaching and training skills
- Good organisational and communication skills
- Good appreciation of Customer service excellence
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Takes ownership and responsibility for the warehouse
- Management experience

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