Warehouse and Logistics Manager

ASC Connections; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus 10%

Early finish Fridays

Flexible working

Career development

Job summary

ASC Connections is recruiting a Warehouse and Logistics Manager in the Birmingham area to own and optimise warehouse and logistics operations across two sites. You will lead a team of 30+ staff, drive 5S/lean improvements and embed continuous improvement to ensure on-time deliveries and smooth production flow.

The role offers a circa £55k salary plus a 10% annual management bonus, early Friday finish, flexible working, and long-term career development within a stable expanding manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Warehouse Manager or senior logistics leader in manufacturing or automotive environments.
• Demonstrated people leadership, change management and process improvement track record.
• Hands-on experience with WMS/ERP systems.
• HSE standards knowledge in warehousing; IOSH/NEBOSH preferred.
• Exposure to JIT/high-mix or similar manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 30+ across two sites, including Supervisors and operatives.
• Establish, optimise and standardise warehouse processes and material flow.
• Manage warehouse layout, racking and space utilisation for two facilities.
• Oversee goods-in, goods-out, storage, replenishment and dispatch activities.
• Maintain inventory accuracy via cycle counts and ERP usage, address discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Production, Planning, Quality and Supply Chain to remove bottlenecks.
• Embed 5S, lean methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to HSE standards and manage FLT and manual handling compliance.

Skills

People leadership

Change management

Lean mindset

Detail oriented

Collaborative

Education

IOSH/NEBOSH qualification

Tools

WMS / ERP systems

Job description

Warehouse and Logistics Manager opportunity has become available within a rapidly growing, well-established manufacturing organisation expanding into new markets and introducing new product lines. Taking complete ownership of warehouse and logistics operations across two sites, this position focuses on leading a team of over 30 staff, establishing robust processes, optimising layouts for a newly established second facility, and embedding continuous improvement to ensure production and customer deliveries run seamlessly. Based in the Birmingham area, the role offers a salary of circa 55K, a 10% annual management bonus, early Friday finish, flexible working, and long-term career development within a stable and expanding advanced manufacturing environment.

Warehouse and Logistics Manager duties include

• Leading, coaching, and developing a team of 30+ staff across two sites, including Supervisors, FLT Drivers, Stores Operatives, and Shunters.
• Establishing, optimising, and standardising best-in-class warehouse processes and material flow across both facilities.
• Managing warehouse layout, racking, and space utilisation, particularly assisting with the setup of the new facility.
• Overseeing daily operational activities across goods-in, goods-out, storage, line replenishment, and dispatch.
• Maintaining accurate inventory control via cycle counts and ERP system usage, addressing stock discrepancies promptly.
• Working closely with Production, Planning, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to eliminate operational bottlenecks and support JIT/high-mix production environments.
• Embedding 5S, lean methodology, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and enhance service levels.
• Ensuring strict adherence to HSE standards, conducting risk assessments, safety audits, and managing FLT and manual handling compliance.

Warehouse and Logistics Manager desirable skills and experience

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Manager or Senior Logistics Leader within a manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Demonstrated experience in people leadership, change management, and implementing process improvements.
• Hands-on experience working with WMS / ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of HSE standards in warehousing environments, ideally backed by an IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.
• Exposure to barcode scanning integration, JIT (Just-In-Time), or high-mix/low-volume manufacturing environments.
• A galvanising, collaborative leadership style with high standards of accountability and strong attention to detail.

Warehouse and Logistics Manager benefits include

• Salary Circa 55k + 10% annual management bonus (based on company performance).
• Early finish every Friday (Mon-Thu 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM) with flexible working.
• Opportunity to shape warehouse operations and build processes from a clean slate in a brand-new role.
• Collaborative, hard-working, and supportive team environment.
• Long-term career progression opportunities within a stable, expanding manufacturer.

We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.