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, 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