Warehouse Operations Manager

Northampton Business Directory; Rugby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in logistics is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager to lead their supply chain operations in Rugby. This role offers significant autonomy and the chance to drive efficiency and performance in a rapidly growing organization. You will oversee logistics operations, manage supplier relationships, and ensure customer order fulfillment. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in logistics and supply chain management, with proven leadership skills and a passion for tackling growth challenges. Join this dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Company Bonus Scheme

25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays

Pension Contributions

Private Health Care

Annual Salary Life Assurance

Additional company benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in logistics and supply chain management.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end supply chain management and logistics operations.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and industry regulations.

Skills

Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background

Logistics & Supply Chain Supervisory or Management experience

3PL Warehouse experience

Budgetary / P&L responsibility

Leadership and team management skills

Ability to handle large scale growth challenges

Job description

Loom Talent Limited have exclusively partnered with a well-known Logistics and Production based business in the Rugby area.

Our client offers innovative solutions to a ranging client base including: Retail, Automotive, Packaging, FMCG and General Merchandise.

The Role

The Warehouse Operations Manager will play a critical role in leading all activity across the operation within their field, whilst working closely with the Production Manager and Sales team.

This position is a truly exciting opportunity, with lots of autonomy for an experienced logistics & supply chain professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation.

Core Aspects of the Warehouse Operations Manager role:

• End-to-End Supply Chain Management - Oversee the full supply chain process, ensuring efficient procurement, inventory control, and demand planning to meet business needs.
• Optimise Logistics Operations - Manage warehouse, transport, and distribution activities to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
• Supplier & Vendor Relationships - Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and key stakeholders to drive performance and cost efficiency's.
• Inventory & Stock Control - Ensure accurate stock levels, reduce waste, and improve inventory forecasting to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Customer Order Fulfilment - Oversee sales order processing, ensuring on-time and in-full (OTIF) deliveries while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Data-Driven Performance Management - Monitor and analyse supply chain KPIs, such as lead times, cost per unit, and supplier performance, to drive continuous improvement.
• Warehouse & Facility Oversight - Manage warehouse operations, ensuring optimal layout, stock movement, and safety compliance.
• Process Improvement & Cost Reduction - Identify opportunities to streamline processes, negotiate better supplier terms, and reduce operational costs without compromising service quality.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with production, sales, and finance teams to align supply chain strategies with business goals.
• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental, and industry regulations, mitigating risks across the supply chain.

The Candidate

The successful candidate for the Warehouse Operations Manager role will have the following skills & experiences:

• A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential.
• 5+ Years proven Logistics & Supply Chain Supervisory or Management experience across Operations - Essential.
• 3PL Warehouse experience - Advantageous.
• Previous budgetary / P&L responsibility across small - medium sized operations in excess of +£2m - Advantageous.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams - Essential.
• An individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges - Essential.
• Commutable to the Rugby area 5 days per week - Essential.

Salary & Benefits Package

• Salary - £45,000 to £50,000.
• Company Bonus Scheme.
• 25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays.
• Pension Contributions.
• Private Health Care.
• Annual Salary Life Assurance.
• Plus additional company benefits.