Warehouse Manager

General Food Trading; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

General Food Trading in Hayes is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee daily warehouse operations on-site. You will manage goods receipt, storage, picking, packing and dispatch, while maintaining accurate stock records and inventory levels.

You will lead warehouse staff, allocate workloads, and ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, food handling standards, and company procedures. Collaboration with logistics, sales and procurement is essential to support timely deliveries and

Qualifications

• Stock control and inventory management experience.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in warehouse environment.
• Experience with forklift operation and material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations (receiving, storage, picking, packing and dispatch).
• Maintain accurate stock records and inventory levels.
• Lead and develop warehouse staff, allocate workloads and monitor performance.
• Ensure health and safety compliance, food handling standards and company procedures.
• Coordinate with logistics, sales and procurement to support timely deliveries and space utilization.
• Drive process improvements and support equipment maintenance.

Skills

Stock control

Inventory control

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Leadership

Team management

Health & safety

Communication

IT basics

Numeracy

Tools

WMS

Job description

Company Description General Food Trading (GFT) specializes in the wholesale distribution of premium Mediterranean food products across the UK. The company supplies a wide range of carefully selected items, including dates, pastry ingredients, baking products, and specialty Mediterranean foods that meet high standards of quality and authenticity. GFT partners with distributors, retailers, restaurants, and food businesses, supporting them with reliable bulk sourcing and efficient logistics. Its portfolio includes three well-established brands in the UK market- Al-Quds, Candy, and Zadcom- recognized for quality and reliability within Mediterranean and international food communities. GFT focuses on helping clients expand their product ranges and access authentic ingredients at scale.

Role Description The Warehouse Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Hayes, responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations and ensuring efficient, safe handling of all products. This role includes planning and supervising goods receipt, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch, while maintaining accurate stock records and inventory levels. The Warehouse Manager will lead and develop warehouse staff, allocate workloads, and ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, food handling standards, and company procedures. The position involves coordinating with logistics, sales, and procurement teams to support timely deliveries, manage space utilization, and resolve operational issues. The Warehouse Manager will also monitor performance metrics, implement process improvements, and support equipment maintenance, including safe use of forklifts and other material handling tools.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Stock Control and Inventory Control skills to maintain accurate records and minimize discrepancies.
• Candidates should possess Inventory Management and Operations Management capabilities to optimize warehouse workflows and product availability.
• Candidates should possess Forklift Operation skills and experience with material handling equipment, with relevant certifications where required.
• Candidates should possess leadership and team management skills, including the ability to train, motivate, and supervise warehouse staff.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of health and safety regulations, food storage and handling standards, and basic compliance requirements.
• Candidates should possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with attention to detail and reliability in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in warehouse management or a similar role within food distribution or FMCG is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), basic IT skills, and numeracy for reporting and stock analysis are advantageous.