Warehouse Operations Manager

Zachary Daniels Recruitment; Creeting St. Peter or West Creeting; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is looking for a Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee their busy warehouse operations in the UK. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in warehouse management within 3PL or FMCG environments. Responsibilities include leading a large team, ensuring efficient operations from inbound to dispatch, and improving KPIs. Strong leadership, inventory management skills, and a focus on operational excellence are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing warehouse or logistics operations, ideally in retail or FMCG.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and motivating large teams.
• Expertise in inventory management and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Oversee end-to-end operations from inbound deliveries to outbound dispatch.
• Monitor and improve KPIs and operational processes.

Skills

Warehouse management

Leadership skills

Inventory management

Problem-solving

Tools

ERP systems

WMS systems

Job description

Warehouse Operations Manager | Suffolk | FMCG | c£55k

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving operational excellence? Join a leading business at their busy warehouse and take charge of delivering smooth, efficient, and high-performing warehouse operations.

Only applicants with proven experience in warehouse management will be considered, ideally within 3PL or FMCG operations.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and inspire a large team through shift managers as direct reports, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
• Oversee end-to-end operations - from inbound deliveries and stock management to outbound orders and dispatch
• Partner with other 3PLs, carriers, and suppliers to ensure flawless service levels
• Monitor and improve KPIs, operational processes, and systems to maximise efficiency
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards across the site
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, finding innovative ways to streamline warehouse operations

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience managing warehouse or logistics operations, ideally in retail or FMCG
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and motivating large teams
• Expertise in inventory management, stock control, and ERP/WMS systems
• Exceptional organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Commercially minded with a focus on efficiency and cost control

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