Warehouse Manager

Kinisla; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Pension up to 10% matched

Discounts platform

Job summary

Kinisla is seeking a Warehouse Manager for our Ossett site. You will report to the Supply Chain Manager and lead daily warehouse activities, drive team performance, and ensure materials and products are available to meet customer needs.

This role offers a chance to grow leadership skills in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have warehousing and supply chain experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehousing or supply chain operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using ERP systems – SAP is essential.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support management and day-to-day warehouse and supply chain operations.
• Lead and develop warehouse and supply chain teams to meet objectives.
• Coordinate planning, movement and storage of materials and finished goods.
• Monitor inventory levels to meet customer and business needs while minimizing costs.
• Support supply chain planning to balance demand, capacity and efficiency.
• Ensure safe, efficient operations in line with company policies.
• Drive continuous improvement to boost performance and service levels.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Analyse KPIs to identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist in achieving cost, service, quality and inventory targets.
• Contribute to strategic plans to improve performance and growth.
• Optimise warehouse processes, systems and resources.

Skills

Warehousing

Supply chain

Planning

Logistics

Excel

SAP ERP

Stakeholder management

Communication

Operations

Education

GCSEs including Maths and English

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Manager to join our team at our Ossett site. Reporting into the Supply Chain Manager, you will play a key role in supporting warehouse and supply chain operations, leading day-to-day activities, driving team performance, and ensuring products and materials are available to meet customer and business needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their leadership skills within a fast-paced operational environment.

What will I be doing?

• Support the management and day-to-day operation of Warehouse and Supply Chain activities.
• Lead, coach, and develop Warehouse and Supply Chain team members to achieve operational objectives.
• Coordinate the planning, movement, and storage of materials and finished goods to meet customer and business requirements.
• Monitor and optimise inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimizing stockholding costs.
• Support supply chain planning activities to balance demand, capacity, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure warehouse operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse performance, productivity, and service levels.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve operational issues and improve supply chain processes.
• Analyse operational data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the delivery of cost, service, quality, and inventory targets across the warehouse and supply chain function.
• Assist in developing and implementing strategic plans to improve operational performance and support business growth.
• Contribute to the optimisation of warehouse processes, systems, and resources to maximise efficiency and effectiveness.

What do I need to be successful?

At Kinisla, we understand that people have very different career trajectories and experiences. In order to be successful in this role we would be looking for the right competencies and aptitudes as well as your proven track record of success in a similar role and environment.

These include:

• Experience in warehousing, supply chain, planning, logistics, procurement, or operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of inventory management principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using ERP systems - SAP is essential.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English.

What will I get in return?

At Kinisla, we believe in giving talented, curious people the opportunity to make a difference. We work as a team, searching for the best ways to inspire food and nourish life. We are a community of innovators, working across disciplines to solve global food challenges with a fresh approach. We want you to achieve whatever you put your mind to.

We also offer:

• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Single cover private medical insurance
• Up to 10% matched pension
• Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers.

About Kinisla

Kinisla is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.

With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers.

Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kinisla is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.

Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett.

Globally, Kinisla employs over 1,700 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth.

Get in touch today!

At Kinisla, we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kinisla and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.

Please note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kinisla terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kinisla Hiring Managers.