Warehouse Manager

TPS Warehouse Manager

Who are TPS?

TPS provides independent garages and bodyshops with the high-quality Genuine Parts and products which customers need to ensure they can service and repair Volkswagen Group vehicles. TPS is part of the Volkswagen Group along with Audi, SEAT, ??KODA, Volkswagen passenger cars and Commercial Vehicles. TPS is a national network of TPS Centres witha 1,500-strong national workforce and a management team that prides itself on creating an environment that offers our people a motivating and inclusive workplace where they are recognised and rewarded and are encouraged to go on a journey of Learning and Development.

Nationally launched as a new brand concept in 2006, TPS is based on an Agency Model; this means that Centres stock and sell on behalf of Volkswagen Group UK. TPS has continued to experience rapid growth both financially and in the number of Centres opened nationwide.

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Warehouse Manager to join our growing TPS business. Reporting to the Centre Manager, the TPS Warehouse Manager is responsible for running an effective and efficient warehouse through the management of the warehouse team to deliver excellent service to customers. The role carries the responsibility for maintaining the highest levels of stock integrity through efficient stock management and implementing TPS warehouse processes to ensure full audit traceability.

Warehouse and sales performance

Set and allocate performance targets for the Warehouse Operatives and Van Drivers.
Regularly review targets with TPS Centre Manager and take action for any deviationsManaging the team

Conduct regular 1:1 performance reviews to monitor the achievement of individual KPI's, and provide developmental or corrective support where required
With the TPS Centre Manager, ensure the team is motivated and recognised through appropriate rewards and bonusesCustomer

Provide a high level of service to customers by ensuring your team follow the correct ware house processes and procedures
With the TPS management team, monitor delivery schedules to help maintain and improve service levels
Provide a professional image to the customer in line with TPS operational standardsManaging Stock

Ensure that all inbound stock is checked, allocated to the correct locations and any anomalies or damages are reported immediately
Ensure all stock movements out of the building prior to despatch are accurately controlled - guarding against any unauthorised removal of parts stock
Maintain a stock inventory to ensure shelf to system accuracy
Ensure stock is kept safe, secure and in good condition, as per TPS/VWG process guidelines
Conduct and document daily perpetual inventory checks. Support the stock audit team as required
Ensure returns are processed are dealt with in accordance with current TPS process manual guidelinesManaging deliveries

Through the team, ensure orders are picked accurately and promptly ready for despatch to the customer
Ensure all customer delivery anomalies are reported to the Sales Team to advise the customer accordingly
Ensure a clear understanding of where the delivery vans are at all times - allowing visibility to the rest of the teamSystems and processes

Adhere to health and safety regulations at all times (particularly Manual Handling practices)
Maintain a clean, tidy and efficient environment for the team to work in
Comply with established business processes and guidelines (including warranty)
Ensure that all exchange units are dealt with in accordance with current TPS process manual guidelines
Ensure that cash and cheques are handled securely

What we can offer you:

At TPS we want to take you on a journey and give you a genuine platform to excel and achieve your career objectives. We are committed to attracting and developing our people and take great pride in the Learning and Development pathways Volkswagen Group have put in place to ensure personal growth and career success. We retain our people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business.

Please note we can only accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK without Sponsorship. Verification of your Right to Work in the UK should be included with your application.

MSXI working on behalf of TPS part of the Volkswagen Group