Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager
 
Take full ownership of a busy logistics operation where performance, compliance and leadership genuinely matter.
 
If you’re a Warehouse Manager who thrives on running efficient, high-performing sites, this is an opportunity to make a real impact from day one.
 
This Warehouse Manager role is centred around taking full operational control of a fast-paced depot, leading both logistics and warehouse functions to deliver consistent, compliant and high-quality service. You will be responsible for driving performance across people, processes and profitability, ensuring the depot operates efficiently while meeting strict regulatory and customer requirements. This is a hands-on leadership role where the successful Warehouse Manager will shape standards, build capability within the team and take accountability for results across the entire site.
 
Job Responsibilities

• Take full operational responsibility for the day-to-day running of the depot across logistics and warehouse functions
• Lead, manage and develop Supervisors, Administrators, Drivers and Warehouse teams to deliver consistent performance
• Ensure full compliance with all health and safety legislation and promote a strong safety-first culture across the site
• Plan and organise daily workloads across logistics and warehouse operations to maximise efficiency and service levels
• Manage driver utilisation, vehicle allocation, hiring and de-hiring to ensure optimal resource use
• Oversee depot KPIs including service delivery, cost control, productivity and compliance metrics
• Analyse performance data and implement improvements to drive operational efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Take ownership of depot financial performance including budgeting, cost control and profitability
• Recruit, train, coach and appraise direct reports, addressing performance where required
• Ensure all vehicle, transport and warehouse legal requirements are consistently met
• Maintain accurate operational records including timesheets, stock checks and compliance documentation
• Oversee warehouse stock control processes and ensure regular checks are completed in line with procedures
• Implement and improve processes, procedures and operational standards across the depot
• Support project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives within the operation
• Liaise with other depots and attend meetings as required to support wider operational alignment

 
Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Manager or similar role within warehouse and logistics operations
• Strong understanding of both transport planning and warehouse operations
• Demonstrable experience managing teams in a fast-paced, operational environment
• Solid knowledge of health and safety legislation within logistics environments
• Experience managing KPIs, analysing performance data and driving operational improvements
• Financial awareness with experience managing budgets and controlling operational costs
• Confident leadership style with the ability to motivate, develop and challenge teams
• Strong IT skills including WMS, routing systems, Excel and general Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a time-critical, service-led environment

 
Pay and Benefits

• Salary: up to £48,000
• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Opportunity to lead a critical site within a growing logistics operation

 
This is a genuine opportunity for a Warehouse Manager to take ownership of a key operation and make a measurable impact. You won’t be stepping into a role where you simply maintain standards, you’ll be expected to improve them, build a strong team and drive performance across the board.
 
Apply now to be considered.