Warehouse Manager

Halecroft Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Warehouse Manager for a busy operations business in Wythenshawe, Manchester. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and FLT Counterbalance experience, ensuring smooth warehouse operations and team motivation. Responsibilities include managing vehicle movements, conducting daily safety checks, and maintaining stock accuracy. The role offers a competitive salary of £40,000, 28 days holiday, and a positive work environment focused on safety and teamwork.

Benefits

28 days minimum holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Complimentary refreshments in staff canteen

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience with FLT Counterbalance forklifts and knowledge of daily vehicle checks.
• Ability to manage multiple operations within a dynamic yard environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team ensuring smooth day-to-day warehouse operations.
• Oversee and coordinate inbound and outbound vehicle and trailer movements.
• Conduct daily checks on FLT Counterbalance vehicles to ensure safety.
• Maintain accurate stock levels and warehouse records.

Skills

FLT Counterbalance experience

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Warehouse Manager – Wythenshawe

Salary: £40,000 per annum
Hours: 07:30 – 16:30 (flexible to meet business needs)

Halecroft Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client, a busy operations business based in Wythenshawe, which is seeking an experienced, hands‑on Warehouse Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills, forklift experience, and a knack for organising daily warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate a team by example, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day warehouse operations.
• Oversee and coordinate inbound and outbound vehicle and trailer movements.
• Conduct and supervise daily checks on FLT Counterbalance vehicles to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate stock levels and warehouse records.
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and team communication to keep operations running smoothly.
• Organise and manage multiple yard operations simultaneously.
• Report regularly to the Operations Manager on performance, challenges, and progress.
• Be a key holder and respond to out‑of‑hours calls as required.

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience with FLT Counterbalance forklifts and knowledge of daily vehicle checks.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple operations within a dynamic yard environment.

Desirable:

• Experience in the waste/recycling industry.
• Health and Safety qualifications, including fire safety awareness.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £40,000.
• 28 days minimum holiday entitlement.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Complimentary refreshments in staff canteen.
• Employee wellbeing and engagement support.
• A positive, supportive company culture.
• Opportunity to take ownership of warehouse operations and develop within the business.
• Supportive, dynamic working environment with a focus on teamwork and safety.

If you are a motivated, hands‑on warehouse professional with FLT Counterbalance experience, Halecroft Recruitment want to hear from you to help join this Wythenshawe-based team.

Only candidates who have the Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this opportunity.