Warehouse and Logistics Manager

Schreiber Foods; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in the UK is seeking a Warehouse and Logistics Leader to manage operations at their Stonehouse factory. You will be responsible for overseeing warehouse activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and leading a team to meet performance goals. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in logistics management, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of UK transport regulations. The role includes opportunities for continuous improvement and training staff in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse and logistics management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and warehouse management systems.
• Knowledge of UK transport and logistics regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage warehouse operations to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Oversee daily activities including goods-in, storage, picking, and despatch.
• Manage logistics to meet delivery schedules and coordinate shipments.
• Drive health & safety, risk assessments and compliance with regulations.
• Use ERP tools to track inventory and performance; generate KPI reports.
• Part of STO Leadership team.

Skills

Warehouse and logistics management

Leadership and team management

Organisational abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Microsoft Office proficiency

Knowledge of UK transport regulations

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

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Join our dynamic team at our Stonehouse, Gloucestershire factory to lead and manage all warehouse and logistics operations, ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, and despatch of finished goods, while maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy, and customer service at our main production facility and oversee our 3PL operation in Somerset.

About the Role

As a Warehouse and Logistics Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing all warehouse and logistics operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and leading a team to achieve performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Health, Safety & Compliance
• Ensure all operations comply with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain compliance with legal and environmental standards.
• Warehouse Operations
• Oversee daily warehouse activities at STO including goods-in, storage, picking and despatch.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure stock integrity.
• Implement and monitor warehouse layout and space optimisation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Implement Cycle counting at STO.
• Ensure 3PL compliance: Lead daily calls to ensure timely flow of information/data and issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Weekly in place meetings, with defined agenda.
• Logistics & Distribution
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics to meet delivery schedules.
• Liaise with suppliers & transport providers to coordinate shipments.
• Lead, train, and develop warehouse staff to achieve performance targets.
• Conduct regular team meetings, appraisals, and performance reviews.
• Manage staffing levels, shift patterns, and holiday cover.
• Systems & Reporting
• Use ERP tools to track inventory and performance.
• Generate reports on KPIs, stock level accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across warehouse and logistics functions.
• Part of STO Leadership team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse and logistics management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and warehouse management systems.
• Knowledge of UK transport and logistics regulations.

Required Skills

• Proven experience in warehouse and logistics management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and warehouse management systems.
• Knowledge of UK transport and logistics regulations.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with lean or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Forklift licence or similar certifications.

Pay range and compensation package

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Equal Opportunity Statement

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