Site Operations & Warehouse Manager - Airfreight

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

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking a Site Operations & Warehouse Manager in the Oxford District. This role involves overseeing warehousing and domestic transport, enhancing logistics solutions while ensuring high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong managerial background, particularly in airfreight logistics, and possess excellent leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ managerial experience in warehouse and transport environments.
• Experience in airfreight logistics preferred.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage transport administration, planning, and operations.
• Oversee stock management, staff, and resource allocation.
• Maintain safety standards and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Results-oriented

Job description

Site Operations & Warehouse Manager - Airfreight, Oxford District

Client: Leading Logistics Provider

Location: Oxford District, 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 seeks a Site Operations & Warehouse Manager to oversee warehousing and domestic transport within a busy Airfreight and distribution centre. Responsibilities include managing the site and facilities, ensuring logistics solutions are cost-efficient and enhance customer service. The role offers an opportunity to work with an industry leader that values its people and rewards hard work.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage transport administration, planning, and third-party carriers & internal drivers, including inbound and outbound warehouse operations.
• Oversee stock management, staff, and resource allocation.
• Maintain safety standards, housekeeping, and a safe working environment.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives aligned with a kaizen environment.
• Liaise with internal and external customers, ensuring high-quality standards, accreditation, KPIs, and SLAs are met.
• Ensure health, safety, and welfare regulations are followed and address H&S and maintenance issues.
• Manage quality and environmental standards and coordinate with external contractors and landlords.
• Fulfill security responsibilities as the designated Responsible Person.

Additional Duties

• Plan resources and staff to meet daily operational needs and performance targets.
• Supervise operational staff to ensure timely unloading, storage, picking, packing, and loading activities.
• Maintain risk assessments and safe systems of work; monitor operational costs.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with procedures and regulations.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs of operational machinery, including security equipment.
• Manage communication between team members, management, customers, and suppliers.
• Oversee domestic transport activities in collaboration with the Transport Manager and 3PL partners, ensuring service quality and profitability.
• Encourage continuous improvement and maintain a positive Kaizen environment.
• Handle staff disciplinary processes in collaboration with HR and monitor performance, attendance, and holidays.
• Maintain staff training and records, and manage supplier information.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ 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.