Head of Warehouse and Logistics

Reed; Carnforth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior leadership role

Impact on strategy

Autonomy to drive change

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

Reed is recruiting for an experienced, hands-on Head of Warehouse & Logistics to be based at the Carnforth office. You will lead warehouse, inventory, distribution and logistics operations, driving efficiency, cost control and growth while shaping a high-performing team.

You will manage a team of 10+ employees, oversee stock accuracy, support ERP/WMS initiatives and ensure health and safety and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on process improvements and KPI-driven performance.

Qualifications

• Proven warehouse and distribution management experience.
• FMCG, manufacturing, industrial supply or similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and WMS.
• Experience driving improvements through people, process and systems.
• Team leadership, coaching and performance management experience.
• Budget management and commercial responsibility.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing teams of 10+ employees.
• ERP systems and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day warehouse and logistics operations, including third-party storage facilities.
• Oversee stock control, inventory accuracy and warehouse efficiency.
• Drive improvements across processes, systems, productivity and warehouse layout.
• Manage, coach and develop the warehouse team.
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety and regulatory requirements.
• Manage operational budgets, costs and performance.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to improve service, quality and productivity.
• Support ERP and Warehouse Management System (WMS) improvement projects.
• Review logistics and haulage partnerships to maximise performance and value.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

WMS knowledge

Budget management

Analytics

Team leadership

ERP experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

WMS software

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Head of Warehouse & Logistics

Carnforth Office-Based Full-Time

Salary: GBP45,000 - GBP50,000 + Up to GBP6,000 Annual Bonus (Paid Monthly)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Warehouse & Logistics to join a successful and growing business within the industrial products sector.

Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will take responsibility for the performance, efficiency and development of warehouse, inventory, distribution and logistics operations. This is a key leadership role focused on supporting business growth, driving operational excellence and developing a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day warehouse and logistics operations, including third-party storage facilities.
• Oversee stock control, inventory accuracy and warehouse efficiency.
• Drive improvements across processes, systems, productivity and warehouse layout.
• Manage, coach and develop the warehouse team.
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety and regulatory requirements.
• Manage operational budgets, costs and performance.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to improve service, quality and productivity.
• Support ERP and Warehouse Management System (WMS) improvement projects.
• Review logistics and haulage partnerships to maximise performance and value.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

About You

We're looking for a hands-on warehouse and logistics leader with strong commercial awareness and a passion for operational improvement.

Essential Experience

• Proven warehouse and distribution management experience.
• FMCG, manufacturing, industrial supply or similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and WMS.
• Experience driving improvements through people, process and systems.
• Team leadership, coaching and performance management experience.
• Budget management and commercial responsibility.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing teams of 10+ employees.
• ERP systems and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Desirable

• Degree or equivalent experience.
• Microsoft Business Central experience.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Transport planning and distribution knowledge.

The Person

Hands-on and visible leader Commercially minded and results-driven Positive, proactive and solutions-focused Strong communicator and relationship builder Comfortable driving change and challenging processes Passionate about developing people Accountable, resilient and customer-focused

What's on Offer?

• GBP45,000 - GBP50,000 basic salary
• Up to GBP6,000 annual bonus paid monthly
• Senior leadership role within a growing business
• Opportunity to influence operational strategy and performance
• Autonomy to drive change and continuous improvement
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
• Genuine opportunity to make a significant business impact