Distribution Centre Manager

Smiths News
📍 Hemel Hempstead, England, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 04, 2026

Job Description

About the role

We’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.


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Job Details

  • Location Hemel Hempstead, England
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Operations Specialties Managers
  • Posted Date June 04, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 14, 2026