Distribution Centre General Manager

LorienAndoverreedpublished 10/30/2026
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About the company

We're partnering with a leading UK Grocer to appoint a Distribution Centre General Manager for their major distribution centre in Andover. This is a high-profile leadership opportunity where you'll take full responsibility for a complex, fast-paced operation serving hundreds of retail locations and leading a workforce of approximately 400 colleagues.

Your tasks

As Distribution Centre General Manager, you will translate business strategy into operational excellence, ensuring the depot delivers outstanding service, efficiency, safety and performance while developing a strong culture of engagement and continuous improvement.

You will

  • Lead all aspects of a large-scale distribution operation
  • Develop and execute operational strategies that support business objectives
  • Lead, coach and inspire a multi-disciplinary leadership team
  • Drive a culture of continuous improvement, safety and operational excellence
  • Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, suppliers and trade union partners
  • Deliver financial performance whilst managing significant operational budgets
  • Ensure exceptional service delivery to retail locations across the network

Requirements

We are keen to speak with experienced operations leaders who can demonstrate:

  • Proven experience leading large-scale operational teams
  • Strong track record of delivering transformational change within complex environments
  • Experience within logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, distribution, retail operations or similar sectors
  • Outstanding leadership and people development capabilities
  • Commercial acumen with experience managing large budgets and operational performance
  • Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and build strong strategic partnerships

What we offer

Up to 10% employer pension contribution 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service

How to apply

If you're an experienced senior operations leader looking for the opportunity to lead a large, strategically important distribution centre within a highly respected retail business, I'd be delighted to speak with you.

Apply directly or contact me for a confidential discussion.