Warehouse First Line Manager (Ecommerce Dept)

Compenij; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK brand in Stowmarket is seeking experienced Warehouse First Line Managers to lead operations at their new Distribution Centre. You will manage a team of 50 warehouse operatives while overseeing all aspects of warehouse operations, ensuring health and safety compliance, and driving key performance indicators. The role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including 31 days annual leave, free gym access, and staff discounts.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Free on-site gym

Subsidised canteen

Cycle to Work scheme

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams in warehouse, processing, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong communicator and natural leader who thrives on team engagement.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of approximately 50 warehouse operatives.
• Overseeing operations across inbound, stock put-away, picking, dispatch, and inventory.
• Driving KPI achievement and managing shift efficiencies.

Skills

Team leadership

Warehouse operations

Health & Safety compliance

KPI management

Communication

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Warehouse First Line Manager - Stowmarket, Suffolk

Shifts: 4 days on / 2 days off (rotating 06:00-14:30 & 14:30-23:00)

Annual Working Days: 244 (vs traditional 260)

Salary: £38k per year increasing to £39k after 3 months, based on experience + benefits package worth up to £1,740/year

First Call Talent Solutions is proud to be partnering with a leading UK brand as they've launch a state-of-the-art Distribution Centre in Stowmarket-the largest warehouse built in over five years. This is a significant opportunity to be part of something truly exciting from the ground up.

We are currently seeking two experienced Warehouse First Line Managers to help shape the future of operations at this flagship site.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading a team of approximately 50 warehouse operatives
• Overseeing operations across inbound, stock put-away, picking, dispatch, and inventory
• Supporting continuous process improvement while prioritising Health & Safety
• Collaborating with Inventory, H&S, Planning, and HR teams
• Driving KPI achievement and managing shift efficiencies
• Standing in for the Shift Manager when required, including handovers
• Engaging and motivating staff through briefings and clear performance goals
• Contributing to the setup of new policies, SSOWs, SOPs, and local procedures
  
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience managing teams in warehouse, processing, or manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) a plus
• Confident in MS Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• A strong communicator and natural leader who thrives on team engagement
• Proactive approach to implementing structure and supporting operational excellence
  
  

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary
• 31 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Free on-site gym
• Subsidised canteen
• Free on-site parking with EV charging points
• Cycle to Work scheme with secure bike storage
• Staff discounts across multiple major retailers
  
  

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