Warehouse Operations Manager

About the job

Loom Talent Limited have exclusively partnered with a well-known Logistics based business in the Bicester area.

Our client offers innovative solutions to a ranging client base including:
Retail, Packaging, FMCG and General Merchandise.

The Role:

The Warehouse Operations Manager will play a critical role in leading all activity across the operation within their field.

This position is a truly exciting opportunity, with lots of autonomy for an experienced logistics & supply chain professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation.

Core Aspects of the Warehouse Operations Manager role:

Optimise Logistics Operations - Manage Warehouse, Transport, and Distribution activities to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
Supplier & Vendor Relationships - Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and key stakeholders to drive performance and cost efficiency's.
Inventory & Stock Control - Ensure accurate stock levels, reduce waste, and improve inventory forecasting to avoid shortages or overstocking.
Customer Order Fulfilment - Oversee sales order processing, ensuring on-time and in-full (OTIF) deliveries while maintaining excellent customer service.
Data-Driven Performance Management - Monitor and analyse supply chain KPIs, such as lead times, cost per unit, and supplier performance, to drive continuous improvement.
Warehouse & Facility Oversight - Manage warehouse operations, ensuring optimal layout, stock movement, and safety compliance.
Process Improvement & Cost Reduction - Identify opportunities to streamline processes, negotiate better supplier terms, and reduce operational costs without compromising service quality.
Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with production, sales, and finance teams to align supply chain strategies with business goals.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental, and industry regulations, mitigating risks across the supply chain.
The Candidate:

The successful candidate for the Warehouse Operations Manager role will have the following skills & experiences:

A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential.
5+ Years proven Logistics & Supply Chain Supervisory or Management experience across Operations - Essential.
3PL Warehouse experience - Advantageous.
Experience in an Automated environment - Advantageous.
Previous budgetary / P&L responsibility across small - medium sized operations in excess of +£2m - Advantageous.
Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams - Essential.
An individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges - Essential.
Commutable to the Bicester area 5 days per week - Essential.
Salary & Benefits Package

Salary - £50,000 to £55,000.
Plus additional company benefits