Senior Warehouse Ops Leader – FMCG/Union

Gist Limited; Castlecary; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

M&S discount

Healthcare cash plan

Annual bonus

Pension

Life assurance

Wellbeing support

Employee training

Cycle to work

Discounts via app

Job summary

Gist Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a proven Warehouse Operations Manager to lead a fast-paced, 24/7 warehouse operation within FMCG/logistics. You will manage front-line managers, drive safety, productivity and cost targets, and partner with union representatives to maintain efficient operations.

You’ll report to the Assistant General Manager, shape performance, and develop the operation as the business grows. The role offers a competitive salary and strong career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience at Warehouse Operations Manager level in a fast-paced warehouse or logistics setting.
• Experience leading large teams and engaging with unions.
• Experience in FMCG/retail distribution environments.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Ability to implement scalable processes in evolving operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, engage and develop front-line management and operational teams to deliver a safe, efficient and high-performing warehouse operation.
• Take ownership of shift performance, while contributing to overall site performance across the full 24-hour operation.
• Work collaboratively with fellow Warehouse Operations Managers to ensure consistency in standards, processes and decision-making across all shifts.
• Ensure robust communication and structured handovers between shifts to maintain operational continuity.
• Deliver against customer requirements, ensuring service, productivity and cost targets are consistently achieved.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety, compliance and operational best practice.
• Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including colleagues, customers and union representatives, within a heavily unionised environment.
• Support the ongoing development of the operation, embedding best practice and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Union engagement

People management

Operational excellence

Communication

Job description

Gist Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a proven Warehouse Operations Manager to lead a fast-paced, 24/7 warehouse operation within FMCG/logistics. You will manage front-line managers, drive safety, productivity and cost targets, and partner with union representatives to maintain efficient operations.

You’ll report to the Assistant General Manager, shape performance, and develop the operation as the business grows. The role offers a competitive salary and strong career progression.