Warehouse Manager

W Talent; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension benefits

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Nottinghamshire is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee a large distribution operation. The role involves ensuring safety compliance, managing warehouse functions, and developing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in warehousing with expertise in WMS and ERP systems. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with competitive benefits, including 31 days of holiday and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years' experience in warehouse management within a manufacturing or production-led environment.
• Strong operational knowledge of warehousing, logistics, and inventory control.
• A structured, analytical approach with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent understanding of warehouse safety, compliance, and equipment operations.
• A structured, analytical approach with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a proactive health & safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE standards.
• Manage all warehouse functions including stock control and dispatch.
• Drive service excellence to achieve industry-leading delivery performance.
• Plan and control labour to meet operational demand in the most cost-effective way
• Drive service excellence, achieving industry-leading on-time, in-full delivery performance
• Reduce operational errors and customer complaints through improved accuracy and process control
• Design, implement, and continuously improve warehouse processes, layouts, and standard operating procedures
• Manage third-party logistics partners, carriers, and suppliers to optimise cost and service
• Maintain robust inventory management, including cycle counts, audits, and stock reconciliation
• Oversee equipment safety, maintenance, and compliance
• Track and report operational KPIs including productivity, order accuracy, inventory accuracy, and cost efficiency
• Maximise the effectiveness of WMS, scanning technology, and ERP systems to support data-driven decision making
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning for warehouse operations

Skills

Operational knowledge of warehousing

Team leadership

Process improvement

Hands-on with WMS and ERP

Excellent problem-solving skills

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

NetSuite

Job description

W Talent Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom

Warehouse Manager

W Talent Manufacturing are working in partnership with a leading manufacturing business based in Nottinghamshire to recruit an experienced Warehouse Manager to lead a large, fast‑paced distribution and storage operation within a high‑volume production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and embed a proactive health & safety culture, ensuring full compliance with HSE standards and internal policies
• Manage all warehouse functions including goods in, storage, stock control, picking, packing, dispatch, and returns
• Develop a high‑performing team through clear objectives, coaching, training, and performance management
• Plan and control labour to meet operational demand in the most cost‑effective way
• Drive service excellence, achieving industry‑leading on‑time, in‑full delivery performance
• Reduce operational errors and customer complaints through improved accuracy and process control
• Design, implement, and continuously improve warehouse processes, layouts, and standard operating procedures
• Manage third‑party logistics partners, carriers, and suppliers to optimise cost and service
• Maintain robust inventory management, including cycle counts, audits, and stock reconciliation
• Oversee equipment safety, maintenance, and compliance
• Track and report operational KPIs including productivity, order accuracy, inventory accuracy, and cost efficiency
• Maximise the effectiveness of WMS, scanning technology, and ERP systems to support data‑driven decision making
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning for warehouse operations

About You

• 3‑5+ years' experience in warehouse management within a manufacturing or production‑led environment is preferred
• Strong operational knowledge of warehousing, logistics, and inventory control
• A proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams in a fast‑paced setting
• A track record of driving process improvement, efficiency, and cost reduction
• Hands‑on experience with WMS and ERP systems (e.g. SAP, IFS, Oracle, NetSuite) and strong Excel capability
• Excellent understanding of warehouse safety, compliance, and equipment operations
• A structured, analytical approach with strong problem‑solving skills
• Clear communication skills and the confidence to influence across operations, supply chain, and leadership teams
• Lean / Continuous Improvement or Six Sigma experience is advantageous

Salary & Benefits

• 31 days holiday including bank holidays
• Other benefits including pension

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Distribution, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain

Industries

Manufacturing

If you are an experienced Warehouse Manager looking for a leadership role within a modern manufacturing environment offering scale, stability, and long‑term development, W Talent Manufacturing would be pleased to speak with you.

Mansfield, England, United Kingdom