Warehouse Shift Manager — Lead 250+ Team & KPIs

The Range; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday including bank hols

On-site parking

Bike parking and cycle to work scheme

Staff discount

Job summary

The Range is seeking a Warehouse Shift Manager in Wakefield to lead a large warehouse team across shift patterns (5 out of 7 days). The role focuses on inbound, stock control, picking, despatch, returns and recycling, with a strong emphasis on KPI delivery and process improvement.

You will work with cross-functional teams including inventory, H&S, planning and HR to ensure safety, accuracy and efficiency. Strong leadership and system skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of managing in a warehouse environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• WMS knowledge with Red Prairie or Blue Yonder is an advantage.
• Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint are used to refine processes and policies.
• Team player with strong communication and work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of circa 250 colleagues through a First Line Manager structure.
• Oversee inbound receiving, stock put-away, picking, despatch, returns and recycling.
• Drive process improvements while upholding Health & Safety standards and SOPs.
• Collaborate with inventory, H&S, planning and HR to meet KPIs.
• Drive efficiency and coordinate resources to meet changing demands and deadlines.
• Manage shift handovers and staff engagement with KPI visibility.

Skills

Team leadership

Warehouse management

WMS knowledge

Excel/Office

Tools

Red Prairie

Blue Yonder

Job description

The Range is seeking a Warehouse Shift Manager in Wakefield to lead a large warehouse team across shift patterns (5 out of 7 days). The role focuses on inbound, stock control, picking, despatch, returns and recycling, with a strong emphasis on KPI delivery and process improvement.

You will work with cross-functional teams including inventory, H&S, planning and HR to ensure safety, accuracy and efficiency. Strong leadership and system skills are essential.