Warehouse Shift Manager

Bis Henderson; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established wholesale distribution company in Rayleigh is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader for a late shift role. The successful candidate will lead day-to-day operations, ensure compliance with health & safety standards, and manage a team to meet performance targets. Applicants should have over 5 years of warehouse management experience and strong leadership skills. This role offers a salary of up to £42,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in warehouse or logistics management.
• Proven people leadership skills.
• Experience in managing budgets and operational performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day warehouse operations and ensure safety culture.
• Manage and develop a team to meet KPIs and performance targets.
• Oversee stock control and warehouse housekeeping.
• Plan staffing levels and manage absenteeism.
• Drive process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of health & safety practices

Problem-solving abilities

Planning and time management

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Resource planning systems

Job description

Location: Rayleigh, Essex

Salary: Up to £42,000

Summary

An exciting opportunity to join a well-established wholesale distribution business in a late shift 2pm - 10pm, Monday to Friday leadership role.

Strong leadership experience within fast paced warehouse operations required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring a strong safety culture and compliance with all health & safety standards.
• Manage, motivate, and develop a team to meet performance targets, KPIs, and service levels.
• Oversee stock control, vehicle loading, and warehouse housekeeping to maintain operational efficiency.
• Plan staffing levels, manage absences and holidays, and handle disciplinary and performance matters effectively.
• Drive process improvement initiatives, maintaining accurate records, SOPs, and resource utilisation.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in warehouse or logistics management, with proven people leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety practices and compliance.
• Experience managing budgets and operational performance metrics.
• Proficient in warehouse management and resource planning systems.
• Excellent communicator with strong problem-solving, planning, and time management abilities.

All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.