Warehouse Manager

Cottrell Moore Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave? Not listed? Unre

Job summary

Cottrell Moore Ltd, a well‑established food manufacturer in Colchester, is seeking a hands‑on Warehouse Manager to lead its warehouse operations. You will oversee goods‑in, storage, picking and dispatch, ensuring efficient, compliant day‑to‑day performance and continuous improvement.

The role requires a UK driving licence, proven leadership of warehouse teams, and strong experience with WMS/ERP systems (OrderWise preferred).

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading warehouse teams in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of stock control and FIFO/FEFO.
• Experience with WMS/ERP systems; OrderWise preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day warehouse operations including goods-in, storage, picking and dispatch.
• Manage and develop a high-performing warehouse team.
• Maintain accurate stock control and FIFO/FEFO compliance.
• Uphold food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards; keep audit readiness.
• Coordinate with logistics partners for efficient transport.
• Translate production plans into picking/dispatch schedules.
• Promote paperless processes and use of OrderWise.

Skills

Leadership

Warehouse operations

Stock control

Health & safety

Team development

Problem solving

Tools

OrderWise

WMS/ERP

Job description

Warehouse Manager

Location: Colchester, CO6

Salary: Dependent on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5.30pm (45 hours per week including unpaid break)

About the Role:

A well-established food manufacturing business is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Manager to lead its warehouse operations. As Warehouse Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth, efficient, and compliant operation of warehouse and distribution activities.

As the site is located in an area with limited public transport links, a UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Benefits:

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Enhanced sick pay after one year of service
• Pension scheme
• Staff discount on products
• Employee discount platform
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and HR support
• Free onsite parking
• PPE provided
• Uniform provided

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee all day-to-day warehouse operations, overseeing goods-in, storage, order picking, and product dispatch.
• Manage and develop a high-performing warehouse team, promoting accountability, communication, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate stock control, driving FIFO/FEFO compliance and excellent inventory visibility.
• Champion food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards, keeping the site audit-ready at all times.
• Coordinate with logistics partners to ensure efficient and reliable transport operations.
• Turn production plans into effective picking and dispatch schedules, proactively managing risks and priorities.
• Drive the use of OrderWise and support the transition to streamlined, paperless processes.
• Identify and deliver improvements in stock accuracy, efficiency, productivity, and waste reduction.

Requirements:

• Valid right to work in the UK
• Previous warehouse management experience within a food manufacturing or fresh produce environment.
• Proven experience leading, developing, and motivating warehouse teams.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse systems (WMS/ERP), stock control, and FIFO/FEFO processes.
• Food Safety Level 3 and forklift licences are a bonus.
• Comfortable making decisions and leading in a fast-paced operational environment
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and continuous improvement mindset