Warehouse Manager

Our client is a well-established and growing business operating within a fast-paced warehousing and logistics environment, supplying high-quality products to a diverse customer base. The organisation is recognised for maintaining strong operational standards, product quality and a safety-first culture.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to take full responsibility for warehouse operations, lead a small team and drive efficiency, safety and continuous improvement across the site.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader looking to make a genuine impact within a stable and expanding business.

Full operational ownership of warehouse activities

Hands‑on leadership role managing a close‑knit team

Opportunity to improve processes and operational efficiency

Work within established BRCGS and FSC quality management systems

Direct interaction with senior leadership and decision‑making input

Stable, long‑term opportunity within a growing organisation

Key role influencing safety culture and operational performance

Manage daily warehouse operations including receipt, storage, picking and dispatch of goods

Ensure customer demand and delivery deadlines are consistently achieved

Maintain accurate stock control through regular stock counts and effective use of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Optimise warehouse layout, storage utilisation and workflow efficiency

Supervise, motivate and develop warehouse staff to achieve operational targets

Manage staffing levels including rotas, holidays, absences and performance reviews

Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and product safety standards

Maintain a clean, organised and secure warehouse environment

Coordinate effectively with transport providers and suppliers

Oversee maintenance and safe operation of warehouse equipment and company fleet

Support and promote a strong product safety culture in collaboration with the Compliance Manager

Establish, follow and enforce safety procedures in line with legal requirements

Attend weekly and monthly senior management meetings

Deliver regular toolbox talks to warehouse employees

Operate warehouse activities in line with BRCGS and FSC quality systems

Create, review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as required

Minimum 7 years’ experience in warehouse management

Strong background within logistics and warehouse operations

Proven experience leading and motivating warehouse teams

Hands‑on management style with strong problem‑solving capability

Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet operational deadlines

Data entry and data processing experience

Knowledge of BRCGS and/or FSC standards desirable

Forklift licences preferred (Pivot and Counterbalance)

High attention to detail with strong organisational skills

Positive, flexible attitude with a strong customer service focus

You will be:

Positive, flexible and solutions-focused

Detail‑oriented with strong organisational skills

Customer‑service driven, both internally and externally

Comfortable managing a small operational team

Passionate about safety, quality and continuous improvement

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing business where you can make a real operational impact, influence warehouse performance and develop a strong team culture.

If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV.

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by OA Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days.