Site Operations & Warehouse Manager - Airfreight

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking a Site Operations & Warehouse Manager in Brighton. This role involves managing warehousing and domestic transport operations within a busy airfreight and distribution center, ensuring efficient logistics solutions and high-quality customer service. The ideal candidate will have significant managerial experience and a strong background in airfreight logistics.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of managerial experience in warehouse and transport environments.
• Experience in airfreight logistics preferred.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Flexible, reliable, and results-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Manage transport administration, planning, and third-party carriers & internal drivers.
• Oversee stock management and control, manage staff and resources effectively.
• Ensure health, safety, and welfare of staff, complying with regulations.

Skills

Managerial experience

Leadership

Flexibility

Communication

Budget management

Job description

Site Operations & Warehouse Manager - Airfreight, Brighton

Client:

Leading Logistics Provider

Location:

Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

My client is looking to recruit a Site Operations & Warehouse Manager who will manage all elements of the warehousing and domestic transport operation within a busy Airfreight and distribution centre. This includes the overall management of the site and its facilities, ensuring logistics solutions are fully integrated, cost-efficient, and improve customer service.

You will work for an industry leader that values its people and rewards hard work.

Responsibilities:

• Manage transport administration, planning, and third-party carriers & internal drivers, including warehouse inbound/outbound planning.
• Oversee stock management and control, and manage staff and resources effectively.
• Maintain site housekeeping and safety standards.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives aligned with a kaizen environment.
• Ensure high-quality standards, customer KPIs, SLA requirements, and operational KPIs are met.
• Ensure health, safety, and welfare of staff, complying with regulations.
• Handle H&S and maintenance issues on-site.
• Manage quality and environmental standards.
• Coordinate with external contractors and landlords regarding site issues.
• Oversee security responsibilities as the designated responsible person.

Additional Duties:

• Plan resources and staff to achieve daily operational goals.
• Manage operational supervisors to ensure timely completion of unloading, put away, picking & packing, and loading activities.
• Create and maintain risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Monitor operational costs and manage records accurately.
• Coordinate maintenance of machinery and security equipment.
• Maintain effective communication within the team and with external partners.
• Manage domestic transport activities with the Transport Manager and 3PL partners.
• Encourage continuous improvement and good housekeeping practices.
• Handle staff disciplinary procedures in collaboration with HR.
• Monitor staff performance, attendance, and holidays.
• Maintain staff training and supplier records.

Skills and Experience:

- At least 3 years of managerial experience in warehouse and transport environments.

- Experience in airfreight logistics preferred.

- Strong leadership and motivational skills.

- Flexible, reliable, and results-oriented.

- Ability to work calmly under pressure.

- Experience as an AvSec and H&S representative.

- Budget management experience.

- Excellent communication skills.

- O Licence desirable; training can be provided.