Stores Operations Manager

Seven Towers Agency; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business near Hedge End is seeking an experienced Stores Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of two busy stores. In this hands-on role, you will manage inventory, import/export activities, and lead a team across both sites. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in operations management, strong people management skills, and a focus on health and safety. Salary is dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior Stores, Warehouse, Logistics, or Operations Management role.
• Experience working with and managing couriers and logistics partners.
• Experience with ISO systems would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for two stores operations, ensuring smooth and efficient daily running.
• Management of goods in, goods out, stock control, and inventory accuracy.
• Oversight of import and export activities, including documentation and compliance.
• Leading, motivating, and developing established teams across both sites.

Skills

Strong people management

Leadership skills

Import/Export processes

Health & Safety focus

Organizational skills

Experience in a volume-driven environment

Job description

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established business based near Hedge End for an experienced Stores Operations Manager. This is a senior, hands‑on role with responsibility for the day‑to‑day operation of two busy stores sites with a high turnover of stock.

This position would suit a confident people manager with strong stores, warehouse, import/export and logistics experience, who is comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

The Role

• Overall responsibility for two stores operations, ensuring smooth and efficient daily running
• Management of goods in, goods out, stock control, and inventory accuracy
• Oversight of import and export activities, including documentation and compliance
• Managing and liaising with couriers, freight forwarders, and transport providers
• Reviewing current processes and implementing improvements and new systems where required
• Leading, motivating, and developing established teams across both sites
• Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety, Quality and company procedures
• Driving continuous improvement in a high‑volume, time‑sensitive operation

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a senior Stores, Warehouse, Logistics or Operations Management role
• Strong people management and leadership skills
• Demonstrable experience with Import / Export processes
• Experience working with and managing couriers and logistics partners
• A strong focus on Health & Safety and operational excellence
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Experience working within a volume‑driven and deadline‑critical environment
• Experience with ISO systems would be highly advantageous

Additional Information

Salary is dependent upon experience. Please note, due to the volume of applications we are unable to contact each applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within 5 working days of submitting your application please assume that you have not been successful.