Warehouse & Depot Manager

GetRecruited UK Ltd; Middlewich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing manufacturing company in Middlewich is seeking a Warehouse & Depot Manager to oversee all warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance. Candidates should have proven experience in warehouse management, strong leadership skills, and a solid understanding of Warehouse Management Systems. This is an exciting opportunity to improve and shape operational excellence in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Warehouse, Distribution, or Depot Management.
• Strong understanding of Warehouse Management Systems.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead all warehouse functions including goods-in, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Manage inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring compliance.
• Champion stock accuracy and process discipline through data.

Skills

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Data-driven decision making

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

WAREHOUSE & DEPOT MANAGER

MIDDLEWICH — UP TO £50,000 + BENEFITS

THE COMPANY:

Weve been exclusively appointed to conduct a retained search for a Warehouse & Depot Manager to join a highly successful and fast-growing Bespoke Manufacturing and Engineering business based in Middlewich, Cheshire. The business has built a strong reputation for designing and manufacturing innovative products to an exceptional standard and has achieved preferred supplier status with several leading brands. This success has driven consistent year-on-year growth and the expansion of its operational footprint across the UK and internationally. As part of their continued investment in operational excellence, the company now seeks an experienced Warehouse & Depot Manager to take full responsibility for the management and performance of their distribution centre, leading a team across warehouse, logistics, and transport operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, data-driven, and forward-thinking business where you\'ll play a key role in shaping the efficiency and success of its operations.

THE WAREHOUSE & DEPOT MANAGER ROLE:

• Lead all warehouse functions including goods-in, storage, picking, packing, dispatch, and yard operations.


• Manage inbound container shipments and outbound dispatch, ensuring secure and compliant loading/unloading.


• Ensure all stock movements are recorded accurately in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to maintain real-time visibility.


• Champion stock accuracy, traceability, and process discipline through data-led decision-making.


• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance, efficiency, and cost control.


• Lead and develop a team through your Warehouse Supervisor (10 operatives), Transport Manager (8 drivers), and Logistics Planner.


• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and safety across all warehouse and logistics functions.


• Monitor and report on key KPIs including stock accuracy, pick performance, and OTIF (On Time in Full) delivery.


• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment in line with company and legal standards.


• Support multi-shift operations to maximise throughput and resource utilisation.

THE PERSON:

• Proven experience in Warehouse, Distribution, or Depot Management within a manufacturing, engineering, or logistics setting.


• Strong understanding and use of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and data-driven operations.


• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams across warehouse and transport functions.


• Skilled in managing multi-shift operations and import/export logistics.


• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.


• Confident communicator, capable of engaging with senior management and front-line teams alike.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and comfortable working with performance data.

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