Warehouse and Logistics Manager

Warehouse & Logistics Manager - Gillingham
Salary: £40,000 per annum + bonus structure (personal & company performance)

Hill McGylnn Recruitment is working with a growing construction-led business to appoint an experienced Warehouse & Logistics Manager to take ownership of their warehouse, fleet, and logistics operations.

This is a hands-on managerial position, leading two existing team members (Stores and Facilities) and driving improvements across systems, processes, and performance.

The client is looking for a confident, proactive leader who can take control, implement structure, and modernise the operation.

The Role
You'll be responsible for transforming and managing the warehouse and logistics function, introducing clear systems and ensuring the operation supports upcoming projects efficiently.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing and directing two existing team members (Stores & Facilities Lead)
Implementing and improving warehouse systems and processes
Leading asset management using Sortly barcode systems and SharePoint environments
Creating and embedding SOPs for ordering, storage, and logistics
Managing shelving, shoring, and bulk storage — including identifying opportunities to generate value from unused assets
Planning pre-orders for upcoming projects
Taking ownership of Health & Safety across the warehouse and logistics function
Managing staff rotas, driver cover, and overtime planning (operational hours approx. 6 am-5 pm)
Overseeing fleet and machinery (vehicles, maintenance, reporting, repair vs replacement decisions)
Working closely with the fleet administrator to ensure vehicles are compliant, maintained, and reported on correctly
Supporting overseas operational challenges by guiding and implementing consistent systems and processes
Introducing structure where currently there is no formal materials setup  This role requires someone who is not reliant on instruction — you'll be expected to assess, challenge, and improve how things are done.

About You
Our client is looking for someone who brings:
 
Proven Warehouse & Logistics Management experience (essential)
Strong leadership skills with a confident, decisive approach
Experience managing vehicles, machinery, and fleet operations
Knowledge of asset management systems and barcode tracking (highly desirable)
Process-driven mindset with experience implementing SOPs
Strong Health & Safety awareness
Ability to organise teams, rotas, and operational workflows
Commercial awareness and problem-solving capability
Confidence to challenge existing ways of working and introduce improvements
A professional presence — able to make a strong first impression and lead from the front  Construction, property services, or trade-supply experience would be highly advantageous