Warehouse Manager

Headstock Group; Halesowen; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading music equipment company in Halesowen seeks a talented Warehouse Manager to manage operations and ensure efficient stock handling. This full-time position requires strong leadership skills and a solid background in warehouse management. The role includes overseeing staff, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and analytical skills and be able to thrive in a dynamic environment. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Employee discount scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free car parking

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT literacy and organizational skills.
• Efficient in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock control and ERP data accuracy.
• Oversee inbound and outbound stock.
• Maintain health and safety within the warehouse.

Skills

Fluent in English

Warehouse Management Experience

Staff Management

Analytical Skills

Workflow Management

Education

Maths and English qualifications to a minimum of Grade C/4 at GCSE level or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Truck license

Job description

Job description

Warehouse Manager - Full-Time Position

Headstock Group is seeking a talented Warehouse Manager to help develop its team. Working in a fast‑paced environment, the role provides an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of tasks with some of the world’s leading musical equipment brands.

Position: Warehouse Manager

Salary: £46,000 per annum

Location: Halesowen, West Midlands

Working Hours: Mon – Fri 08:00 to 16:00

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

About Us

Headstock Group is the owner of the Laney Amplification and HH Audio brands and the exclusive UK & Ireland distributor for Ibanez, DiMarzio, Truetone, Tama, Zildjian, Vic Firth & Aquarian Drumheads. Driven by a passion for music‑making and sound since 1967, the Headstock Group prides itself on a portfolio of outstanding products. Whether for our beloved in‑house brands, or as a proud distribution partner for industry‑leading and illustrious MI brands, we bring the motivation, experience, and creativity to thrive in this very special industry. A role at Headstock Group is one in which enthusiasm, humour, creativity, opinion, and trust are encouraged. We create a safe and positive working environment where all team members are treated with respect and confidence.

The Role

As the lead for the UK Warehouse, the Warehouse Manager is responsible for the integrity and operational performance for all activities in and from the Company’s UK based warehouse to include inventory control, receiving & despatch, service, UK production/QA and Guitar QC.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the warehouse in compliance with the company’s policies and strategy
• Oversee inbound & outbound stock, warehousing and efficient space utilisation.
• Manage stock control and ERP data accuracy.
• Key liaison with logistics partners and customers.
• Line management of warehouse, production and QC staff
• Management of all warehouse aspects of the periodic and annual stocktake.
• Maintaining all aspects of health and safety, hygiene and security within the warehouse.

Candidate Profile

• Fluent in English with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Multiple years’ experience in Warehouse Management
• Excellent leader with a proven record in staff management
• Excellent administrative and analytical skills, with an eye for detail
• Efficient workflow management skills with the ability to meet deadlines while juggling multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment
• Proven success in both independent and collaborative team environments

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A UK resident
• Strong IT literacy
• Competent writing skills and numeracy, supported by Maths and English qualifications to a minimum of Grade C/4 at GCSE level or equivalent
• Strong organisational and time management skillsForklift Truck license.

Beneficial Skills and Qualifications

• IPAF certification
• First Aid Certificate
• Mental Health First Aid Certificate
• Fire Marshall qualified
• Managing Safely Health and Safety Certification

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work with world‑renowned music brands
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A flexible approach to working hours, where possible
• A staff discount scheme on our catalogue of products
• An Employee Assistance Programme, offering support across a range of areas
• Mental Health first aiders
• A relaxed dress code
• A fantastic coffee machine
• Free car parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Headstock Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical and mental disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.