Warehouse First Line Manager

Culina Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in the UK is looking for a Warehouse First Line Manager to oversee operations in Sherburn. The ideal candidate will manage team performance, ensure compliance with policies, and uphold customer satisfaction. With a competitive salary of £31,953 per annum and a commitment to employee development, this full-time permanent role offers a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

5% employee and 3% employer pension contributions

Life Assurance: 2x annual salary

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Eye care vouchers

Employee of the Month/Year rewards

Discounts via benefit platform

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a First Line Manager or senior warehouse operative role.
• Ability to motivate, empower, and develop staff.
• Systematic, methodical approach to achieving goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations to ensure service levels are met.
• Act as main contact for communication with admin, stock, and management.
• Ensure team compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Operational and people management

Strong computer skills

Proactive communication

Motivating and developing staff

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

SAP

Job description

We would like to present you with an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse First Line Manager to join our team in Sherburn on a full-time permanent basis!

Role Overview

As the Warehouse First Line Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing operations to ensure service levels are achieved safely and efficiently. You will be a vital link in ensuring customer requirements are met consistently.

We work with some of the largest well-known brands at this site, so customer focus and satisfaction are key in this role.

Working Hours and Salary

Hours: 3 on 3 off, 6am-6pm

Salary: £31,953 per annum

Key Duties

1. Act as the main point of contact for communication with administration, stock, and management teams to resolve issues within the warehouse.
2. Prepare and complete shift handover documents and distribute data to ensure seamless shift transitions.
3. Manage performance of operatives using warehouse management system tools.
4. Ensure team compliance with policies and procedures.
5. Create training and resource plans to ensure the team has the necessary skills.
6. Ensure compliance with key control, logs, radio logs, scanner logs, and MHE pre-operation checks.
7. Complete all safety and legal requirements, signing off monthly WM checks.
8. Assist with weekly customer updates as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a FLM or senior warehouse operative role, ideally in a fast-paced logistics/3PL environment.
• Operational and people management knowledge.
• Strong computer skills, with knowledge of WMS systems and SAP being advantageous.
• Ability to motivate, empower, and develop staff.
• Proactive communication and consultation skills.
• Systematic, methodical approach to achieving goals.

Additional Information

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse organization that promotes employee development and recognizes success. Our learning programs are open to all employees to help shape their future in logistics and foster a positive team culture.

Our benefits include:

• Annual Leave: 20 days plus bank holidays
• Pension Scheme: 5% employee and 3% employer contribution
• Life Assurance: 2x your annual salary
• Wellness: 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
• Eye Care Vouchers: Discounts on eye tests and glasses
• Reward & Recognition: Employee of the Month/Year, long service awards
• Discounts: Over 50 retailer discounts via our benefit platform