Warehouse Manager

Nippon Express EMEA; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Car allowance

Growth opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Life Assurance and private healthcare

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free parking

Job summary

A global logistics company is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to lead a diverse team in Uxbridge, UK. The ideal candidate will possess 7-10 years of warehouse management experience and a strong knowledge of Air & Ocean freight processes. Key responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and optimizing distribution processes. The role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and benefits including life assurance and private healthcare.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of warehouse management experience.
• Strong knowledge of Air & Ocean processes and freight forwarding.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Warehouse team.
• Oversee day-to-day operations in a 24/7 logistics environment.
• Supervise Air and Ocean import/export logistics.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

Skills

Warehouse management experience

Leadership and team development

Knowledge of Air & Ocean processes

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

Warehouse Manager

Location: Uxbridge, UK

The Nippon Express Group (NX Group) is a global logistics service provider headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. With over 73,000 professionals across more than 50 countries, the Group offers air and ocean freight forwarding, cargo handling, relocation services, and warehousing operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Warehouse team, including Assistant Managers, Supervisors, and Operatives.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations in a 24/7, 365‑day logistics environment.
• Supervise Air and Ocean import/export logistics.
• Optimize distribution and fulfilment processes.
• Ensure compliance with CAA, GDP, H&S, and customs-bonded standards.
• Maintain documentation, conduct audits, and implement compliance programmes.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs), identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including safety and quality drives and technology upgrades.
• Provide high‑quality customer service, resolve issues, and build strong client relationships.
• Create customer and internal reporting using Excel and PowerPoint.

Qualifications & Experience

• 7‑10 years of warehouse management experience.
• Strong knowledge of Air & Ocean processes and freight forwarding.
• In‑depth understanding of CAA, GDP, H&S regulations.
• Proven leadership experience with team development.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Car allowance of £7,000.
• Growth opportunities within a global organisation.
• Collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Life Assurance, private healthcare and Employee Assistance Programme.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Free parking.