Warehouse First Line Manager

Culina Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Warehouse First Line Manager in Milton Keynes. This vital role is responsible for overseeing operations, ensuring compliance, and managing team performance in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary package includes benefits like annual leave, pension, and wellness support.

Benefits

Annual Leave – 20 days plus bank holidays

Pension scheme – 5% employee and 3% employer contributions

Life Assurance – x2 your annual salary

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)

Eye Care Vouchers

Recognition awards

Everyday discounts with over 50 retailers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a FLM or Senior WH Operative role in logistics.
• Working knowledge of operational and people management.
• Strong computer skills; WMS and SAP knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations to ensure service levels are met safely and efficiently.
• Manage performance of Operatives using warehouse management system tools.
• Ensure all compliance requirements are met and documented.

Skills

Operational management

People management

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Motivational skills

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

SAP

Job description

Company 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 Milton Keynes 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 customer needs and satisfaction are key in this role.

Salary:£34,559 per annum.

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

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 transition and operational continuity.
• Manage 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, aligned with capability planning.
• Ensure all compliance requirements are met, including key control, key logs, radio logs, scanner logs, and MHE pre-operation check sheets.
• 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 in a FLM or Senior WH 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 advantageous.
• Ability to motivate and empower others, providing development opportunities and coaching.
• Adaptable, with proactive communication skills.
• Systematic, methodical, and orderly 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 thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer benefits such as:

• Annual Leave – 20 days plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme – 5% employee and 3% employer contributions.
• Life Assurance – x2 your annual salary.
• Wellness – Confidential support via our Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7.
• Eye Care Vouchers – Savings on eye tests and glasses.
• Reward & Recognition – Employee of the Month/Year, recognition awards, and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts – Savings through our benefit platform with over 50 retailers.

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