Warehouse Lead Manager - Drive Ops & Development

Holland Barrett; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Holiday purchase scheme

Virtual GP access

Private medical insurance – single

Health testing kit

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance 2x salary

Product allowance

Colleague discount

Job summary

Holland & Barrett in Burton distribution centre seeks a Warehouse Lead Manager to drive daily warehouse operations, safety, and engagement. You will report to the Distribution General Manager and work to deliver great service to stores while improving efficiency and developing people.

You will coach Team Managers, plan labour and resources, and use data to guide decisions, ensuring MHE compliance and strong stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced on-site role.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams within a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience coaching and developing people to achieve their potential.
• Good understanding of health and safety and employment practices.
• Experience managing operational performance measures and delivering change.
• Clear, confident communication and effective stakeholder management.
• Ability to use data and insight to plan, prioritise and make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day warehouse operation and duty management.
• Champion health, safety and legal compliance across the operation.
• Coach, develop and support Team Managers to build capability and performance.
• Plan labour, training, resources and shift coverage effectively.
• Lead clear communication, colleague engagement and operational change.
• Manage attendance, employee relations, recruitment and succession planning.
• Build effective relationships across Transport, Finance, People and other teams.
• Use performance data to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure material handling equipment (MHE) compliance, training and competency.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching & development

Health & safety

Operational metrics

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Job description

Holland & Barrett in Burton distribution centre seeks a Warehouse Lead Manager to drive daily warehouse operations, safety, and engagement. You will report to the Distribution General Manager and work to deliver great service to stores while improving efficiency and developing people.

You will coach Team Managers, plan labour and resources, and use data to guide decisions, ensuring MHE compliance and strong stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced on-site role.