Warehouse Manager

W Talent; Waingroves; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organisation in Ripley, Derbyshire is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of its warehouse. The successful candidate will ensure inventory accuracy, team leadership, and compliance with safety standards. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 and benefits including free on-site parking. It's an excellent opportunity to join an expanding business with a focus on operational efficiency.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supportive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Proven managerial experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Strong knowledge of stock control and WMS systems.
• Effective communication and strong organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the warehouse team.
• Oversee goods-in/goods-out processes.
• Ensure accurate inventory management.
• Drive operational improvements.

Skills

Team leadership

Inventory control

Logistics coordination

Health & safety compliance

WMS systems

Job description

Overview

Warehouse Manager - Ripley, Derbyshire

£40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits | Monday to Friday, Days

W Talent are partnering with a highly respected manufacturing organisation based in Ripley, Derbyshire, who are looking to recruit a highly regarded, Warehouse Manager. This is a key appointment within a well-established and expanding business, operating a 55,000 sq. ft. warehouse that supports high-volume goods in and out.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the warehouse, whilst maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and service. You will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Ripley warehouse operations, including inventory control, team leadership, dispatch, goods-in, and overall efficiency.

This role is key to ensuring smooth logistics across the supply chain and maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the warehouse team to meet operational objectives and service standards.
• Oversee goods-in/goods-out processes and ensure accurate inventory management.
• Coordinate with production and logistics to achieve timely and efficient order fulfilment.
• Implement, monitor, and continuously improve warehouse systems and procedures.
• Maintain health & safety compliance and promote a safe working environment.
• Drive operational improvements and deliver measurable efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Proven managerial experience as a Warehouse Manager or similar leadership role in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Strong knowledge of stock control, WMS systems, and logistics coordination.
• Effective communicator with strong organisational and leadership abilities.
• Hands-on and results-driven, with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Sound knowledge of health & safety and best practice in warehousing.

Salary & Benefits

The role offers a competitive salary in the range of £40,000 - £50,000, dependent on background managerial experience, and is on a Monday to Friday, days-only working pattern.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role within a well-established and expanding manufacturing organisation in Ripley, Derbyshire. You'll benefit from free on-site parking, a supportive workplace environment, and the chance to make a real and lasting impact on a high-performing warehouse operation.