Warehouse Operations Manager

Loom Talent Limited; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager for a client in Hertfordshire. This senior role involves managing budgets, compliance with regulations, and leading a team to achieve performance targets. The ideal candidate will have experience in warehouse operations, proven leadership skills, and a focus on efficiency and customer service. Competitive salary and car allowance offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Strong track record in designing and delivering warehouse operations projects.
• Experience in leading teams in fast-paced, high-demand environments.
• Comfortable meeting and setting budget targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage labour and overhead costs within budget targets.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Monitor performance against KPIs.
• Maintain strong inventory management practices.
• Lead team development through objectives and reviews.
• Support recruitment and training initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Inventory management

Cost control

Customer service excellence

Job description

Loom Talent are delighted to be supporting a great client with the appointment of a Warehouse Operations Manager in Hertfordshire.

The role will be based with this strategically located Regional Distribution Centre that services and supports a number of other locations with the network. This is a senior role supporting the General Manager.

Here is an over view of the key responsibilities undertaken by the Warehouse Operations Manager:

• Manage labour and overhead costs for operations to stay within budget targets through effective cost-control measures.
• Oversee compliance with standard operating procedures, health & safety regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Monitor and drive performance against agreed KPIs, ensuring productivity, picking accuracy, and service levels meet or exceed national standards.
• Maintain warehouse optimisation initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Ensure strong inventory management practices in collaboration with the Inventory Manager.
• Foster a culture of excellent customer service, promptly addressing any service or operational issues.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the team through clear objectives, regular briefings, and performance reviews.
• Support recruitment, training, and continuous improvement initiatives to uphold company standards and accreditation goals.

We are are looking to speak with candidates that have a strong track record of designing and delivering projects within warehouse operations, driving efficiency and long-term improvements. You must be experienced in leading and motivating teams within fast-paced, high-demand environments, including large-scale operations. You will have managed budgets and be comfortable meeting and setting targets. You will take pride in building strong cross-departmental relationships and fostering a collaborative culture that supports both people and performance.

As Warehouse Operations Manager you will join a great team and will be supported in your development and progression within the business. The role offers a highly competitive salary & car allowance as well as other benefits.