Remote FMCG Warehouse & Distribution Operations Lead

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work environment

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting an experienced Operations Manager for a leading FMCG distributor. This fully remote role allows oversight of warehouse and distribution with occasional travel to sites near East London.

You will drive efficiency, optimize inventory, and lead a remote team across functions, ensuring safe, compliant, cost-efficient operations. We seek a strategic leader with 5-7 years in FMCG warehousing, strong WMS and Lean/Six Sigma experience, and a track record of continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management).
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in operations management with warehouse/distribution focus in FMCG.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale warehouse operations and driving improvements.
• Strong understanding of WMS, inventory management, and logistics best practices.
• Remote management experience and ability to travel to sites occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to enhance warehouse efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee all warehouse ops: receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, shipping.
• Manage inventory levels, cycle counting, and minimise stock discrepancies.
• Coordinate with transport providers for timely outbound/inbound logistics.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Lead and develop a high-performing warehouse and logistics team.
• Implement and optimise WMS and other relevant technologies.
• Drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Monitor KPIs and report to senior management.
• Manage operating budgets and control expenses.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Remote management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

WMS

Inventory management

Lean/Six Sigma

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting an experienced Operations Manager for a leading FMCG distributor. This fully remote role allows oversight of warehouse and distribution with occasional travel to sites near East London.

You will drive efficiency, optimize inventory, and lead a remote team across functions, ensuring safe, compliant, cost-efficient operations. We seek a strategic leader with 5-7 years in FMCG warehousing, strong WMS and Lean/Six Sigma experience, and a track record of continuous