Warehouse Manager

DarcyBrook; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

DarcyBrook Procurement & Supply is recruiting a Warehouse Manager for a leading FMCG/manufacturing business on the south coast. You will oversee goods-in and goods-out, coordinate with customers, suppliers and transport, and drive efficient stock handling to support productivity, safety and quality.

You will lead warehouse operatives and forklift drivers, manage daily briefs and rotas, maintain stock accuracy, and uphold site standards in a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance with food

Responsibilities

• Oversee all goods-in and goods-out processes, coordinate with customers, suppliers, and transport companies, and ensure efficient and timely handling of stock.
• Maintain accurate stock levels, monitor sundry supplies to ensure no shortages, and update the stock management system.
• Lead warehouse operatives and forklift drivers, manage daily briefings and staff rotas, and promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and high performance.
• Ensure the warehouse layout is optimised for efficiency and safety. Oversee the maintenance and replacement schedule for all warehouse equipment.
• Uphold high standards of tidiness, hygiene, and safety. Ensure all activities comply with food safety, quality assurance, and security regulations for a blue-chip client base.
• Take ownership of health and safety on-site, ensuring all legal and company standards are met, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a safe working environment for all staff and visitors.
• Assist in recruitment and onboarding, maintain accurate employee records and clocking systems, and monitor staff conduct and performance

Job description

DarcyBrook Procurement & Supply has been engaged to recruit a Warehouse Manager for a leading FMCG/manufacturing business based on the south coast. This role plays a key part in ensuring efficient warehouse operations, including inventory accuracy, storage optimisation, and compliance with safety standards. The role supports the Operations Manager and contributes directly to productivity, safety, and quality standards within the warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Warehouse Operations Management: Oversee all goods-in and goods-out processes, coordinate with customers, suppliers, and transport companies, and ensure efficient and timely handling of stock.
• Inventory Control & Stock Accuracy: Maintain accurate stock levels, monitor sundry supplies to ensure no shortages, and update the stock management system. Provide regular inventory updates to the logistics and sales teams.
• Team Leadership & Workforce Management: Lead warehouse operatives and fork-lift drivers, manage daily briefings and staff rotas, and promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and high performance.
• Facility Organisation & Equipment Maintenance: Ensure the warehouse layout is optimised for efficiency and safety. Oversee the maintenance and replacement schedule for all warehouse equipment.
• Compliance & Site Standards: Uphold high standards of tidiness, hygiene, and safety. Ensure all activities comply with food safety, quality assurance, and security regulations for a blue-chip client base.
• Health & Safety Responsibility: Take ownership of health and safety on-site, ensuring all legal and company standards are met, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a safe working environment for all staff and visitors
• Staff Support & Administration: Assist in recruitment and onboarding, maintain accurate employee records and clocking systems, and monitor staff conduct and performance