Lead Warehouse Team Manager – Next-Day Deliveries

Cencora; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a Warehouse Team Manager to lead a busy distribution centre in Leeds, overseeing a team of around 40 colleagues and ensuring next-day delivery.

You will drive safety, productivity and service quality, manage pick & pack operations, stock control, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet KPIs. This role requires strong leadership and WMS knowledge with a hands-on approach.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or distribution management role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Experience managing performance, productivity and attendance.
• Working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Good understanding of warehouse operations, stock control and inventory management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience working within a safety-focused environment.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of around 40 warehouse colleagues.
• Manage the day-to-day Pick & Pack operation for next-day customer deliveries.
• Drive productivity, quality, and service performance against KPIs.
• Ensure warehouse operations are conducted safely and in line with company procedures.
• Oversee stock control and warehouse management processes.
• Conduct team briefings and maintain strong colleague engagement.
• Manage attendance, timekeeping and performance issues effectively.
• Complete 1-2-1s, performance reviews and development conversations.
• Manage absence cases and return-to-work discussions in line with company policy.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to achieve operational objectives.
• Identify process improvements and implement operational best practice.
• Support and champion a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Warehouse management

Leadership

Performance management

WMS

Stock control

Communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Cencora is seeking a Warehouse Team Manager to lead a busy distribution centre in Leeds, overseeing a team of around 40 colleagues and ensuring next-day delivery.

You will drive safety, productivity and service quality, manage pick & pack operations, stock control, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet KPIs. This role requires strong leadership and WMS knowledge with a hands-on approach.