Warehouse Operations Manager FL-O

Kuehne + Nagel AS; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company in the East Midlands is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager to lead a high-performing warehouse team and ensure safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience in 3pl operations and strong leadership skills. This role offers contributions to employee well-being and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Pension plan

Employee assistance programme

Discounts and benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in 3pl operations.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Financial awareness and budget control experience.
• Familiarity with WMS and operational systems.
• Excellent communication and planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate warehouse team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Plan and allocate resources efficiently.
• Monitor KPIs and maintain performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Budget control

Communication

Planning

Problem-solving

Tools

WMS

SAP

Job description

Kuehne+Nagel is looking for a Warehouse Operations Manager in the East Midlands Gateway!

As Warehouse Operations Manager, you’ll lead the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced warehouse, ensuring safety, efficiency, and service excellence.

How you create impact

• Lead and motivate a high-performing warehouse team through clear direction and support
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and quality standards across all operations
• Plan and allocate resources efficiently to meet daily operational targets
• Monitor KPIs and take proactive action to maintain performance and service levels
• Foster strong relationships with customers through reliable and responsive service
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and accuracy
• Maintain accurate inventory and transaction records for full traceability
• Collaborate with internal teams to align operations and improve workflow

What we would like you to bring

• Proven experience in 3pl operations
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Financial awareness and budget control experience
• Familiarity with WMS and operational systems (SAP preferred)
• Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities

What's in it for you

If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will make sure that you’re rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme, which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing centre. We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance programme providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life. As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.

Who We Are

Logistics shapes our daily lives—from the products we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both everyday and extraordinary moments in people’s lives around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe and stable environment where your career can truly make a difference. Whether you're helping deliver life-saving medicines, developing sustainable transport solutions, or supporting our local communities, your career will contribute to much more than you can imagine.