Warehouse Manager

Premier Placement Services; Stafford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturing company in Stafford seeks an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee daily operations and drive continuous improvement within their stores department. In this hands-on role, you will develop strategic goals and implement initiatives that support operational excellence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment. A competitive salary and attractive benefits package, including bonuses and holidays, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary, based on experience

Attractive bonus up to £5k

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Competitive pension scheme

Life insurance

On-site parking

Modern building with kitchen facilities

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a warehouse or operations team.
• Demonstrable experience of implementing and improving warehouse operations.
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the stores department.
• Drive operational efficiency through lean practices.
• Ensure accurate stock control and investigate variances.
• Set and achieve departmental goals aligned with the company strategy.
• Monitor and control direct costs including transport and packaging.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Experience in fast-paced environments

Continuous improvement mindset

Proactive approach

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Job description

As part of a global group, this specialist manufacturing company are entering an exciting phase of growth and are now looking to strengthen both their domestic and international operations. To support this journey, they are seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to play a key role in driving operational excellence.

As Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day operation and continuous improvement of the stores department. Working closely with senior management, you will help define operational goals and lead the implementation of improvements that support the company’s wider strategic aims.

This is a hands‑on leadership role, suited to someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, takes initiative, and enjoys making a tangible impact within a small, committed team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the stores department
• Drive operational efficiency through lean practices and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure accurate stock control, including annual stock counts and investigation of variances
• Set and achieve departmental goals aligned with company strategy
• Monitor and control direct costs, including transport and packaging
• Lead, train, and develop the stores team
• Establish, implement, and maintain operational procedures and ensure team compliance
• Report on departmental performance and progress to senior management

About You

• Proven experience managing a warehouse or operations team
• Demonstrable experience of implementing and improving warehouse operations
• Strong leadership skills with a hands‑on, proactive approach
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities and driving change
• A continuous improvement mindset with the confidence to challenge and improve existing processes

Benefits

• Competitive salary, based on experience
• Attractive bonus up to £5k
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme (enrolled after probation)
• Life insurance
• On‑site parking
• Modern building with kitchen facilities

Premier Placement Services are acting as an employment agency for this permanent role