Warehouse Lead (Multi-Site)

16 Days Old

Role Overview
Alexander Steele is supporting a successful FMCG business to recruit a Warehouse Lead.
The Warehouse Lead is responsible for the end-to-end performance of warehouse operations across two FMCG sites. The role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant management of inbound materials, internal stock movements, inter-site transfers, and finished goods dispatch. Working closely with Production, Planning, Technical, Engineering, and Supply Chain, the Warehouse Lead drives performance across Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and People.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop Warehouse Front Line Managers and warehouse teams across multiple shifts.
Build a high-performing, engaged warehouse team with strong communication and a consistent one team culture.
Manage training plans, competency requirements, recruitment, and performance.
Oversee all warehouse activities including goods-in, stock control, inter-site transfers, and finished goods dispatch.
Ensure high levels of stock accuracy, dispatch accuracy
Maintain robust inventory management processes and accurate system data (ERP/WMS).
Run daily performance reviews and operational meetings to maintain focus on priorities.
Drive CI initiatives to improve layout, flow, stock management, picking accuracy, and resource utilisation.
Use operational data to identify risks, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
Support capacity planning and operational readiness for business growth.
Ensure full compliance with health & safety, food safety, hygiene, and audit standards.
Promote a strong Safety First culture across all warehouse activities.
Maintain GMP standards, complete risk assessments, and ensure audit readiness.
Work closely with Production, Planning, Technical, Engineering, and Transport to ensure material availability and service levels.
Support the wider site leadership team in delivering operational and supply chain objectives.
Experience & Skills Required
Proven experience leading warehouse or logistics operations within FMCG or food manufacturing.
Strong people management capability with experience leading multi-shift teams.
Solid understanding of goods-in, stock control, warehousing processes, and dispatch operations.
Strong safety, food safety, and compliance knowledge.
Experience working cross-functionally with Production, Planning, and Supply Chain.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills.

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Location:
Devizes
Salary:
£55,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Logistics

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