6 to 9 month fixed term contract£70,000 plus £5,688 car allowance per annumOur reputation as the UK’s largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler speaks for itself. Every day, we serve more than 22,000 customers from 34 distribution centres across the country. Behind every nightly miracle is a team of dedicated people carrying out more roles than you realise – we’re the unseen force that delivers. So when we say we’re excited for what the future holds for our customers and colleagues, you can trust we’re as good as our word.About the roleWe’re looking for an experienced Distribution Manager to support day‑to‑day DC operations and play a key role in developing a colleague identified as a future DC Manager successor. You’ll provide hands‑on coaching and exposure across key areas including financial acumen, influencing skills, project & stakeholder management and succession planning.This role is ideal for a strong leader who enjoys developing talent while keeping the operation running smoothly.Responsible for leading the 24/7 operation ensuring visionary leadership , strategic thinking ,effective cost control and successful management of labour, productivity, quality control and safety measures as established and set by the Business. Maintaining compliance with legislation and delivering through the Smiths News Values and Sustainability goals.Please see attached role profile for more information.What we can offer youNot only do we offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance and 5% match pension but you’ll also have access to:£5,688 per annum car allowanceCompany funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunitiesSharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash planColleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral schemeAbout youExperienced Operations Leader- managing, motivating and developing colleagues to cultivate a performance culturePrevious experience in project management- being part of a team and leading a teamPrevious experience in a time sensitive environment with various sites and managersProven experience of managing change and initiating improvements, maintaining objectives/KPIsPrevious experience of recruitment and selectionPlease note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.A career with us is a career filled with people, pride, and passion. We rely on each other to get the job done, and we deliver what we say we will. Let’s see if we can rely on you, too. Apply now. #J-18808-Ljbffr