Warehouse Team Lead – FMCG, Site-Based

Extons Foods Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cheese processing company in Manchester is seeking an Assistant Warehouse Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the warehouse. The successful candidate will oversee shop-floor staff, ensuring efficient processes and adherence to safety standards. Applicants should have experience in warehouse management, preferably within the FMCG sector, and possess strong problem-solving and leadership skills. This role offers a supportive environment and various benefits, including health plans and exclusive staff perks.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Extra day off for your birthday

Health cash plan

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension scheme

Company paid events

FREE cheese every week

Doughnut Fridays

Free fruit on Tuesdays

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a FMCG environment, ideally in dairy or cheese manufacturing.
• Experience in a supervisory or assistant management role in a warehouse.
• Ability to lead by example and support the development of others.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for shop-floor staff.
• Support daily operations and maintain awareness of warehouse activities.
• Supervise outbound and inbound team to ensure timely movement of products.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Adaptability

Organisational skills

Education

Previous FMCG experience

Warehouse supervisory or assistant management experience

Forklift truck licence

Office 365 proficiency

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leading cheese processing company in Manchester is seeking an Assistant Warehouse Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the warehouse. The successful candidate will oversee shop-floor staff, ensuring efficient processes and adherence to safety standards. Applicants should have experience in warehouse management, preferably within the FMCG sector, and possess strong problem-solving and leadership skills. This role offers a supportive environment and various benefits, including health plans and exclusive staff perks.