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Distribution Manager

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Posted on Jun 29, 2026 by CV-Library
Abbey Hill, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Logistics
Immediate Start
£40k - £40k Annual
Full-Time
Distribution Manager

Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 + Benefits
Shift: 3pm – 11pm

The Opportunity

Mixxos are supporting a leading operational business in the search for a Distribution Manager to join their warehouse leadership team.

This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll be responsible for driving performance, coaching colleagues and ensuring operational targets are consistently achieved within a fast-paced distribution environment.

You'll lead from the front, working closely with your team to maintain service levels, improve productivity and create a culture focused on safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

* Lead daily warehouse and distribution activities.

* Allocate resources effectively to meet operational demands.

* Drive productivity, quality and service performance.

* Support operational planning and workload management.

* Act as a key point of contact during management absence.

Team Management

* Coach, develop and motivate warehouse colleagues.

* Support onboarding and training of new starters.

* Conduct return-to-work discussions and performance conversations.

* Foster a positive, engaged and accountable team culture.

Performance Management

* Monitor operational KPIs and turnaround times.

* Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.

* Ensure targets are achieved safely and efficiently.

* Maintain high standards of accuracy and customer service.

Continuous Improvement

* Identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows.

* Support operational improvement initiatives.

* Drive consistency across procedures and working practices.

* Promote best practice throughout the operation.

Health & Safety

* Champion a safe working environment.

* Ensure compliance with all health and safety procedures.

* Maintain high housekeeping standards.

* Investigate and report incidents, hazards and near misses.

About You

Essential

* Experience within a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment.

* Previous team leadership, management or team leader experience.

* Strong understanding of receiving, picking, packing and dispatch operations.

* Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.

* Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.

What's in it for You?

* Join a stable and growing organisation.

* Opportunity to progress into management.

* Ongoing training and development opportunities

Reference: 225303154

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CV-Library

Distribution Manager

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 29, 2026 by CV-Library

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Abbey Hill, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Logistics
Immediate Start
£40k - £40k Annual
Full-Time
Distribution Manager

Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 + Benefits
Shift: 3pm – 11pm

The Opportunity

Mixxos are supporting a leading operational business in the search for a Distribution Manager to join their warehouse leadership team.

This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll be responsible for driving performance, coaching colleagues and ensuring operational targets are consistently achieved within a fast-paced distribution environment.

You'll lead from the front, working closely with your team to maintain service levels, improve productivity and create a culture focused on safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

* Lead daily warehouse and distribution activities.

* Allocate resources effectively to meet operational demands.

* Drive productivity, quality and service performance.

* Support operational planning and workload management.

* Act as a key point of contact during management absence.

Team Management

* Coach, develop and motivate warehouse colleagues.

* Support onboarding and training of new starters.

* Conduct return-to-work discussions and performance conversations.

* Foster a positive, engaged and accountable team culture.

Performance Management

* Monitor operational KPIs and turnaround times.

* Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.

* Ensure targets are achieved safely and efficiently.

* Maintain high standards of accuracy and customer service.

Continuous Improvement

* Identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows.

* Support operational improvement initiatives.

* Drive consistency across procedures and working practices.

* Promote best practice throughout the operation.

Health & Safety

* Champion a safe working environment.

* Ensure compliance with all health and safety procedures.

* Maintain high housekeeping standards.

* Investigate and report incidents, hazards and near misses.

About You

Essential

* Experience within a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment.

* Previous team leadership, management or team leader experience.

* Strong understanding of receiving, picking, packing and dispatch operations.

* Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.

* Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.

What's in it for You?

* Join a stable and growing organisation.

* Opportunity to progress into management.

* Ongoing training and development opportunities
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Reference: 225303154

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