Warehouse First Line Manager

Culina Group; London; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Culina Group is seeking a compassionate Warehouse First Line Manager for their Goresbrook site. This full-time position involves overseeing operations to meet service levels safely. The role offers a competitive salary and a supportive team culture focused on staff development and recognition.

Benefits

20 days annual leave

5% employee pension contribution

Life assurance at 2x salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye care vouchers

Employee recognition awards

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a First Line Manager or senior warehouse operative in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• Strong computer skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to motivate and empower staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations to meet service levels safely and efficiently.
• Manage team performance using warehouse management systems.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Operational management

People management

Motivation and empowerment

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

WMS systems

SAP

Job description

Great Bear (Part of the Culina Group) provides distribution services to FMCG clients. Customer-centric service focus is delivered through a site-level empowered culture.

At Culina, we have a winning culture. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

We are currently seeking a compassionate and motivational Warehouse First Line Manager to join our team in Goresbrook on a full-time permanent basis!

As the Warehouse First Line Manager, you will be responsible for assisting in 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 the focus on customer needs and satisfaction is key in this role.

Working hours: 4 on 4 off, 6am-6pm/6pm-6am rotating.

Salary: £37,000 per annum.

Key Duties of a Warehouse First Line Manager:

• Act as the key point of contact in communication with the administration, stock, and management teams to resolve problems or issues within the warehouse.
• Prepare and complete shift handover documents fully and distribute data captured on tracking documents for the next shift to ensure seamless operational transition.
• Manage the performance of operatives using warehouse management system tools.
• Manage your team and ensure compliance with people processes and policies.
• Create training and resource plans with the support team to ensure relevant skills are available on your shift to meet capability requirements.
• Ensure all compliance requirements are met, including key control, key logs, radio logs, scanner logs, and MHE pre-operation checks.
• Complete all Safe & Legal checks and ensure they are signed off with a monthly WM check.
• Assist with weekly customer updates as required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a FLM or senior warehouse operative role, ideally within a fast-paced logistics/3PL environment.
• Working knowledge of operational and people management.
• Strong computer skills with high attention to detail; knowledge of WMS systems and SAP is an advantage.
• Ability to motivate and empower others, providing staff development opportunities and coaching.
• Adaptable, proactive communication, and consultation skills.
• Systematic, methodical approach to achieve project goals.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Great Bear a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organization committed to employee development and recognizing success.

Our learning and development programs are open to all employees, offering opportunities to shape your future within logistics and foster a team-oriented culture.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• Annual Leave: 20 days inclusive of bank holidays.
• Pension scheme: 5% employee and 3% employer contributions for a comfortable retirement.
• Life Assurance: 2x your annual salary.
• Wellness: Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support 24/7.
• Eye Care Vouchers: Discounts on eye tests and glasses.
• Reward & Recognition: Employee of the Month and Year, recognition awards, and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts: Access to over 50 retailer discounts through our benefit platform.

If you meet the requirements and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become part of our #WinningTeam!