Warehouse Manager

ACS Business Performance Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking a Warehouse Manager in Hemel Hempstead to oversee daily operations within a busy panel distribution environment. The ideal candidate will lead a team, ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations, and manage inventory effectively. A proven track record in warehouse management and strong leadership skills are essential for this role, which supports early morning distribution activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a warehouse management or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory control, and logistics.
• IOSH qualification or strong understanding of H&S compliance.
• Analytical, proactive, and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse activities including goods in/out, storage, and dispatch.
• Maintain accurate stock records and manage replenishment.
• Lead and develop a warehouse team through recruitment and training.
• Enforce safety policies and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Monitor goods quality and manage consumables and budgets.
• Collaborate with transport, sales, and operations teams.

Skills

Warehouse management or supervisory experience

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS)

Inventory control expertise

IOSH qualification

Analytical skills

Proactive problem-solving

Job description

Warehouse Manager - Hemel Hempstead

Overview: This role is responsible for leading day-to-day warehouse operations within a busy panel distribution environment. The Warehouse Manager ensures goods are received, stored, handled, and dispatched safely, efficiently, and accurately, maintaining compliance with company standards, health and safety regulations, and customer requirements. The role operates on a 4:00am - 1:00pm shift pattern to support early morning distribution activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Oversee daily warehouse activities including goods in/out, storage, and dispatch. Ensure efficient workflow, space utilisation, and adherence to processes and safety standards.
• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate stock records, conduct regular counts, and manage replenishment to minimise stock loss and support operational accuracy.
• Team Management: Lead and develop a warehouse team, managing recruitment, training, performance reviews, and staff scheduling to maintain effective resourcing and morale.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Enforce safety policies, carry out regular inspections, investigate incidents, and ensure compliance with IOSH and other regulatory requirements.
• Equipment & Maintenance: Oversee maintenance of forklifts, racking, and related equipment, ensuring safe and compliant operation.
• Quality & Cost Control: Monitor goods quality, manage consumables and budgets, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Cross-Department Coordination: Collaborate with transport, sales, and operations teams to meet customer delivery schedules and address any inventory or supply chain issues.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a warehouse management or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory control, and logistics.
• IOSH qualification or strong understanding of H&S compliance.
• Analytical, proactive, and solutions-focused approach to continuous improvement.

ACS are recruiting for a Warehouse Manager. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Warehouse Manager submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Warehouse Manager. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Warehouse Manager with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Warehouse Manager role you desire.