General Manager

Job Title: General Manager
Location: Basingstoke
Full-Time: On-site
Salary: £90,000 – £100,000 + Car + Bonus
Loom Talent are delighted to be supporting a global leader in contract logistics with the appointment of a General Manager for their Distribution centre in Basingstoke.
The General Manager will champion the ongoing cultural transformation of the Distribution Centre, driving engagement, innovation, and continuous improvement. This people-focused leader will inspire a diverse management team, strengthen collaboration, and cultivate an inclusive, supportive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the management team to achieve operational goals while promoting innovation and engagement.

• Drive cultural and performance improvements through transformational initiatives.

• Ensure a safe, compliant workplace, working closely with the H&S Manager.

• Deliver customer service targets and manage budgets effectively.

• Champion employee engagement through open communication and feedback.

• Build strong, constructive relationships with union representatives.

• Contribute to UK & Ireland network decisions and represent the business positively at all times

The successful candidates for this opportunity will be established in a senior management role within Logistics and Operations and will meet the following requirements:

• FMCG Expertise: Extensive experience in retail or distribution centre operations, with a strong record of managing large, complex budgets and high-volume operations.

• Transformational Leadership: Proven ability to lead cultural and operational change, driving continuous improvement while keeping employee wellbeing at the centre.

• Strategic Mindset: Skilled at using data and insights to shape strategy, respond to industry trends, and deliver measurable business outcomes.

• People Leadership: Empathetic and passionate about talent development, providing mentorship and feedback that enables individuals and teams to thrive.

• Exceptional Communication: Strong verbal and written skills, with the ability to build trust, encourage transparency, and foster collaboration across all levels of the organisation.

The role offers a highly competitive salary and package, including a performance-related bonuses. You will also have fantastic oppportunities for personal and professional development.