Warehouse Manager

Extension Recruitment; Dunston; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the UK is seeking a Warehousing Manager to lead a small team effectively. Candidates should have proven experience in a warehouse role, preferably within manufacturing, excelling in leadership and continuous improvement techniques. This permanent, full-time role includes a competitive salary of up to £40,000 and benefits like life assurance and healthcare schemes. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and innovation.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Healthcare Scheme

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Staff discounts with major retailers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a lead warehouse role within a manufacturing business.
• Ability to implement continuous improvement techniques.

Responsibilities

• Measure and manage team performance to support manufacturing plans.
• Ensure timely despatches to site.
• Maintain a schedule of cycle counting and stock checks.
• Optimize storage usage through racking and management of returns.
• Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership skills

Implementing change

Lean principles

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Manager

Location: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear

Salary: Up to £40,000pa

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

About the Company

Our client is a thriving and well-established manufacturer based in Gateshead, experiencing sustained growth due to continued success. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, the company is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to grow and succeed.

They are currently looking for a Warehouse Manager to join them and provide hands‑on leadership to a small warehouse team to support the manufacturing and installation plans.

Why Join?

• Life Assurance
• Healthcare Scheme
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Staff discounts with major retailers

Key Responsibilities

• Measure and manage team performance ensuring the manufacturing plan is 100% supported
• Ensure all despatches to site are made on‑time막 and promptly
• Maintain a schedule of cycle counting and routine stock checks
• Optimise the use of storage space on an ongoing basis through racking reconfiguration, use of outdoor storage and the management of returned goods
• Promote and develop a strong safety culture, lead a culture of continuous improvement and promote the application of 5S

About You

You will have proven experience in a lead warehouse role in a manufacturing business. You will have excellent leadership skills with the ability to implement CI and lean principles.

Ideally You Should Have

• Ability to implement and effect change to improve performance.
• Working knowledge of lean and continuous improvement techniques.

Were committed to promoting inclusive opportunities.

As a recruitment partner, we work with employers who value diversity and authenticity. If you're excited about a role but don't meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective could be exactly what they're looking for.