Warehouse Manager

Imperial Recruitment Group; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager in North East England to improve material flow and inventory accuracy. The role involves leading warehouse operations, implementing lean methodologies, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong leadership background in warehousing or logistics, with knowledge of WMS systems being a plus. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Proven background in warehouse/inventory management.
• Strong leadership experience within a warehousing or logistics environment.
• Knowledge of WMS systems (SAP desirable).
• Lean / CI / Six Sigma experience (Green Belt advantageous).
• Strong communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead change and drive improvements across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse operations and internal logistics.
• Drive continuous improvement in warehouse performance.
• Implement lean methodologies to reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.
• Manage stock accuracy and KPIs.
• Oversee warehouse layout and future capacity requirements.

Skills

Warehouse/Inventory management

Leadership

WMS systems (SAP)

Lean / CI / Six Sigma

Communication

Planning and organisational skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Imperial Recruitment are delighted to be supporting Walker Filtration with the key appointment of a Warehouse Manager.

Walker Filtration, part of the global Atlas Copco Group, is a world leader in compressed air, gas, and vacuum filtration. With a strong presence across the UK, US, Europe, and Japan, they are continuing to invest in operational excellence and innovation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Warehouse Manager to spearhead improvements in material flow, inventory accuracy, and warehouse performance across a modern manufacturing facility.

The Role

As Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for leading warehouse operations, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring efficient and safe internal logistics. You will optimise material flow, integrate new warehouse technologies, and lead a high-performing team within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Leading Goods-In, warehousing, inventory control and material distribution.

• Implementing lean methodologies to reduce waste and optimise processes.

• Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety standards.

• Driving WMS integration and using digital tools to improve accuracy and performance.

• Leading, coaching, and developing warehouse and logistics teams.

• Managing stock accuracy, reconciliation, and KPIs.

• Overseeing warehouse layout, space planning and future capacity requirements.

Experience & Skills:

• Proven background in warehouse/inventory management.

• Strong leadership experience within a warehousing or logistics environment.

• Knowledge of WMS systems (SAP desirable).

• Lean / CI / Six Sigma experience (Green Belt advantageous).

• Strong communication, planning and organisational skills.

• Ability to lead change and drive improvements across teams.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Imperial Recruitment Group apply now