Warehouse Manager

Cranswick Plc; Brough; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Manager in Brough to manage warehouse and distribution processes. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, proven experience in warehouse management, and excellent organizational abilities. Responsibilities include ensuring timely deliveries, compliance with safety standards, and overseeing stock control. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including 30 days holiday and enhanced pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience

30 days holiday

Enhanced company pension scheme

Death in service insurance

24/7 health and wellbeing support

Access to the Cranswick discounts platform

Eligibility for the Cranswick Share Save scheme

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay after 2 years' service

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse or logistics management, ideally within agricultural production or distribution environments.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and warehouse safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, streamline, and manage warehouse and distribution processes.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee stock control and distribution schedules.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Inventory management system familiarity

Job description

Cranswick is one of the UK's leading food producers, driven by a commitment to ethical sourcing, environmental responsibility, and the highest standards of animal welfare. We are looking for a hands‑on Warehouse Manager with strong leadership skills to manage and further improve our warehouse and distribution processes. This role has become available following the previous Warehouse Manager's internal move, creating an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a small but vital operational function. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations, timely deliveries, and the safe, efficient management of our warehouse processes. You will lead a small, focused distribution hub managing 1,200‑1,500 product lines.

Responsibilities

• Lead, streamline, and manage warehouse and distribution processes alongside the Purchasing & Supply Manager and Purchasing Administrator to achieve operational targets
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee stock control and distribution schedules to ensure timely delivery
• Coordinate farm delivery schedules and plan efficient delivery runs across our sites, adhering to biosecurity requirements where necessary
• Develop and maintain efficient warehouse systems, inventory management processes, and stock control procedures
• Manage all stock movements in and out of the warehouse with accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure goods are received, stored, and dispatched correctly and in line with productivity goals
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards across all operations
• Take responsibility for the security of the warehouse, stock, and workplace environment
• Monitor KPIs set by the Purchasing & Supply Manager and Corporate Manager, driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate closely with Procurement, Farm Managers, Operations Managers, and Logistics teams to streamline processes

Qualifications

• Foster a positive, accountable team culture, promoting growth and operational excellence
• Proven experience in warehouse or logistics management, ideally within agricultural production or distribution environments
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a small, diverse team
• Excellent organisational, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and warehouse safety regulations
• Energetic, proactive, and results‑oriented mindset

Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Death in service insurance
• 24/7 health and wellbeing support
• Access to the Cranswick discounts platform
• Eligibility for the Cranswick Share Save scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay after 2 years' service
• Free on‑site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• The opportunity to lead and shape a critical operational function in a growing, dynamic company
• A supportive, collaborative work environment with professional development opportunities
• A hands‑on management role with visible impact on both business performance and team success