Warehouse Shift Manager

Role: Warehouse Shift Manager (4 month FTC)

Shift: Monday to Friday,

Salary: £37,000 - £40,000 per annum

Location: Thurmaston

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

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

The Warehouse Shift 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.

• 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 efficiencies.
• 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.

• Experience with in Warehouse Operations
• Previous 3PL experience is highly advantageous.
• People Management experience - ability to support and manage a large shift.
• Experience of all aspects of people management including probationary, attendance, performance and disciplinary matters.
• Good working knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy environment
• Good IT skills, Microsoft packages and WMS.
• Commutable to the Thurmaston area 5 days per week

• Salary - £37,500 to £40,000.
• Plus additional company benefits.