Warehouse Manager

The Compleat Food Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Bonus Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

33 days annual leave

Enhanced retail discounts

Free product handouts

EV charging points

Private Medical Insurance

GroceryAid

Job summary

The Compleat Food Group is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager for our Milton Keynes site to coordinate storage, picking and distribution, ensuring KPI targets are met within budget.

You will lead a team, manage labour costs, collaborate with Planning and Supply Chain, and drive continuous improvement across ERP/WMS processes while upholding health, safety and quality standards.

This on-site role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or warehousing management within a food environment.
• Experience in a chilled food / short shelf-life product environment.
• Budget management and cost reduction planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage time, labour, and resources effectively across warehouse, dispatch, and production-facing logistics to ensure efficient performance.
• Control labour budgets, manning levels, overtime, and associated costs; proactively identify and deliver cost-reduction opportunities.
• Maintain, measure, and report operational and customer KPIs; analyse performance trends
• Own and deliver continuous improvement projects across warehouse and logistics operations.
• Liaise daily with Planning and Supply Chain teams to align labour, equipment, capacity, and operational requirements.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, transport partners, and cold storage providers, including day-to-day escalation, performance review, and longer-term demand planning.
• Ensure the effective use, maintenance, and continuous improvement of ERP and Warehouse Management Systems
• Promote and deliver Health & Safety, food safety, and quality standards across all warehouse and logistics functions, ensuring audit readiness at all times.
• Manage, motivate, coach, and develop the workforce; identify talent, and support succession planning.
• Maintain and develop effective team structures to support operational and business needs.
• Lead people performance, disciplinary, grievance and absence reviews as required.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to join our site in Milton Keynes!

About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to create Food to Feel Good – great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, includingWall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

Location:

Milton Keynes, MK6 4AH

Core Hours:

Monday to Thursday 08:30 – 17:00 and Fridays 08:30-16:00 (fully site based role)

Salary:

Up to £53,000

Purpose:

Manage the storage, picking and distribution of finished goods, delivering against KPI targets within budget.

Your Duties Will Include:

• Manage time, labour, and resources effectively across warehouse, dispatch, and production-facing logistics activities to ensure continuous, efficient performance.
• Control labour budgets, agreed manning levels, overtime, and associated costs; proactively identify and deliver cost-reduction opportunities.
• Maintain, measure, and report operational and customer KPIs; analyse performance trends
• Own and deliver continuous improvement projects across warehouse and logistics operations.
• Liaise daily with Planning and Supply Chain teams to align labour, equipment, capacity, and operational requirements.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, transport partners, and cold storage providers, including day-to-day escalation, performance review, and longer-term demand planning.
• Ensure the effective use, maintenance, and continuous improvement of ERP and Warehouse Management Systems
• Promote and deliver Health & Safety, food safety, and quality standards across all warehouse and logistics functions, ensuring audit readiness at all times.
• Manage, motivate, coach, and develop the workforce; identify talent, and support succession planning.
• Maintain and develop effective team structures to support operational and business needs.
• Lead people performance, disciplinary, grievance and absence reviews as required.

Experience:

• Previous experience in logistics, supply chain or warehousing management within a food environment
• Experience in a chilled food/short shelf-life product environment
• Budget management and cost reduction planning experience

Key Skills:

• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.
• Proficient in coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
• Skilled in ERP and stock control systems
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of KPIs and data-driven continuous improvement.

Qualities:

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn and grow.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach.
• Adaptable and flexible to changing demands.
• Team player with well-developed interpersonal skills.

Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:

• Company Bonus Scheme recognising performance and contribution
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points – available at selected sites
• Private Medical Insurance (work level dependent)
• 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub – free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support – from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools – including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups – including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.