Warehouse Manager

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Warehouse Manager - Aston Clinton This is a full-time permanent role, responsible for the overall leadership and performance of a fast‑paced 3PL warehouse operation. You will report directly to the Head of Operations and be accountable for delivering operational excellence across all warehouse functions. You will manage 3 Team Managers, 7 Supervisors and 25 Operatives, alongside temporary seasonal staff. The role runs Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, offering an annual salary of £44,000. Responsibilities
Ensure the warehouse operates at peak efficiency by leading, organising, directing, and developing all operational teams. Oversee all warehouse functions, including Goods In, Put Away, Replenishment, pick/pack and despatch. Lead, coach, and develop Team Managers and Supervisors to effectively manage day‑to‑day operations. Ensure smooth and effective handovers between shifts and departments. Lead WMS implementation and rollout activity, including process mapping, testing, training and embedding best practice across the operation. Plan and allocate MHE (Material Handling Equipment) fleet resources across all departments. Review and plan workflow, staffing levels, space utilisation and equipment requirements. Manage labour planning, absence and holiday approvals in line with company policy. Maintain a safe and compliant working environment by enforcing health & safety and legal standards at all times. Meet regularly with the Head of Operations to review performance, analyse data and implement actionable plans for continuous improvement and cost control. Oversee performance management across all levels, including KPI reporting, attendance, development, investigations and disciplinary processes. Ensure accurate and timely fulfilment of orders across all channels, maintaining high standards of quality and service.
Candidate Requirements
Proven leadership experience within a fast‑paced 3PL warehouse environment. Strong people management experience, managing multiple layers of leadership. Demonstrated ability to lead through delegation and develop high‑performing teams. Extensive knowledge of warehouse operations, procedures and best practices. Experience with WMS implementation and optimisation. Strong understanding of labour planning and operational resource management. Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills. Confident communicator, able to influence at all levels internally and externally. Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence. Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and food safety standards. Proficient in Microsoft Office and warehouse systems. Experience managing MHE fleet and ensuring compliance.
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Location:
Aston Clinton
Job Type:
PartTime

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