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Warehouse First Line Manager

Culina Group

Lutterworth

On-site

GBP 36,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

A logistics company in Lutterworth is recruiting a Warehouse First Line Manager to oversee operations and ensure safe and efficient service levels. The ideal candidate has proven experience in warehouse management, strong communication skills, and knowledge of WMS and SAP. Join us to be part of a winning culture with great employee benefits including 20 days of annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
4% employee and employer pension contributions
Life Assurance: 2x annual salary
Employee Assistance Programme
Eye Care Vouchers
Employee of the Month/Year awards
Access to discounts from over 50 retailers

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a FLM or senior warehouse operative role in logistics.
  • Strong computer skills with knowledge of WMS and SAP.
  • Ability to motivate and develop staff.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee warehouse operations and ensure service levels are met.
  • Manage operational performance using warehouse management tools.
  • Act as a key point of contact for communication among teams.

Skills

Operational management
Proactive communication
Teamwork skills
Staff development
Warehouse management system knowledge

Tools

WMS systems
SAP

Job description

Company Description

Great Bear (Part of the Culina Group) provides distribution services to FMCG clients. Customer-centric service 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

Due to continued growth, our Lutterworth site is now recruiting for a Warehouse First Line Manager on a full-time, permanent basis.

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

Salary: £35,401 per annum.

As a Warehouse First Line Manager, you will oversee 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 needs and satisfaction are key in this role.

Key Duties of a Warehouse First Line Manager:

  • Act as the key point of contact in communication with administration, stock, and management teams to resolve problems within the warehouse.
  • Prepare and complete shift handover documents fully and distribute data for seamless shift transitions.
  • Manage operational 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.
  • 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 sign off monthly WM checks.
  • Assist with weekly customer updates as required.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a FLM or senior warehouse operative role, ideally within a fast-paced logistics/3PL environment.
  • Knowledge of operational and people management.
  • Strong computer skills, with knowledge of WMS systems and SAP being advantageous.
  • Ability to motivate and develop staff through coaching.
  • Proactive communication and teamwork skills.
  • Systematic and methodical approach to achieve project goals.

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where employee development is prioritized. Our programs are open to all employees to help you shape your future in logistics and foster a team-oriented culture.

Our benefits include:

  • Annual Leave: 20 days plus bank holidays.
  • Pension: 4% employee and 4% employer contributions.
  • Life Assurance: 2x your annual salary.
  • Wellness: Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support.
  • Eye Care Vouchers: Savings on eye tests and glasses.
  • Reward & Recognition: Employee of the Month/Year, recognition awards.
  • Discounts: Access to over 50 retailer discounts.

If you meet the requirements and are seeking your next career opportunity, please apply now and join our #WinningTeam!

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