Area Manager: 24/7 Warehouse Leader & Safety Champion

Ocado Logistics; Kingsey; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension up to 7%

Private medical cover

Cycle to Work

Discounts at Ocado and retailers

25 days leave (27 after 5 years)

Job summary

Ocado Logistics is recruiting a Warehouse Manager for the Bicester Customer Fulfilment Centre. You will lead an operational team in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment, focusing on safety, performance, and staff development.

The role requires strong experience in warehouse management, HSE practices, and data-driven decision making. You will oversee shift operations, drive KPI delivery, and ensure excellent employee experience while maintaining high standards of food safety and safety compliance

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge and practices.
• Ability to interpret data and communicate clearly.
• Experience conducting disciplinary and grievance investigations.
• Experience in a 24/7 productivity-focused operation.
• IOSH accreditation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate operational teams to meet health, safety and KPI targets.
• Apply Health & Safety knowledge to promote a positive safety culture and investigate incidents.
• Manage people, train and coach staff, and address key people KPIs like turnover and absence.
• Maintain housekeeping, ensure food safety mechanisms, and drive continuous improvement.
• Communicate clearly, provide pre-shift briefings, and report area KPI metrics.
• Perform tiered management/personal shopper tasks when needed.
• Stand/walk for extended periods and operate in 30°C to -30°C environments.
• Support other sites as required and work weekends in a 24/7 operation.

Skills

Warehouse mgmt

Health & Safety

Data analysis

People management

Disciplinary investigations

WMS systems

Continuous improvement

IOSH accreditation

Tools

WMS

Job description

Ocado Logistics is recruiting a Warehouse Manager for the Bicester Customer Fulfilment Centre. You will lead an operational team in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment, focusing on safety, performance, and staff development.

The role requires strong experience in warehouse management, HSE practices, and data-driven decision making. You will oversee shift operations, drive KPI delivery, and ensure excellent employee experience while maintaining high standards of food safety and safety compliance