Warehouse & Transport Manager

Bell Recruitment; Belfast; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Belfast is seeking a Warehouse & Transport Manager to oversee operations and lead teams in both warehouse and transport functions. You will ensure stock accuracy, manage delivery schedules, and maintain fleet compliance while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Candidates must have significant experience in logistics management and strong leadership skills. The role offers a salary between £35,000 and £45,000, plus an opportunity for a £5,000 bonus.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years experience in warehouse, logistics, or transport management.
• Proven experience leading teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Experience within FMCG, food, or confectionery sectors is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse and transport operations.
• Manage daily warehouse workflows including stock control.
• Lead delivery operations and manage delivery drivers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Analytical mindset

Education

CPC qualification

Forklift certification

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Warehouse & Transport Manager – Job Specification

Job Title: Warehouse & Transport Manager
Location: Belfast
Reports To: General Manager / Operations Manager

Role Purpose

To oversee all warehouse and transport operations, ensuring the accurate receipt, storage, picking, dispatch, and delivery of products. The Warehouse & Transport Manager will lead teams across both functions, maintain stock accuracy, ensure fleet compliance, and drive continuous improvement to support business growth and service commitments.

Warehouse Operations

• Manage daily warehouse workflows including goods-in, stock control, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Maintain high standards of stock accuracy and product handling.
• Ensure warehouse layout and processes support efficiency and safe product flow.
• Enforce, review, and update warehouse Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Work closely with Purchasing and Sales teams to support demand planning and promotional activity.

Transport & Distribution

• Lead delivery operations including route planning, scheduling, vehicle loading, and dispatch.
• Manage delivery drivers to ensure punctual, professional, and customer-focused service.
• Oversee fleet maintenance, MOTs, insurance, servicing, and compliance checks.
• Monitor tachographs, driver hours, and compliance with transport legislation.
• Control fuel usage, delivery costs, and route optimisation.
• Build strong customer relationships through reliable and flexible delivery performance.

Team Leadership

• Lead, train, and motivate warehouse operatives and drivers.
• Create staffing rotas, manage attendance, and support training and development.
• Conduct performance reviews and manage KPIs across warehouse and transport teams.
• Promote a positive, accountable, and safety-focused working culture.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with warehouse, workplace, and transport health & safety standards.
• Conduct audits, vehicle inspections, walkarounds, and risk assessments.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant warehouse and yard environment.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective and preventative actions.

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain accurate data across Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transport Management Systems (TMS).
• Produce reports covering stock accuracy, delivery performance, fleet efficiency, and labour productivity.
• Support digital improvements, automation, and process optimisation initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify inefficiencies and deliver measurable operational improvements.
• Reduce waste, improve accuracy, and enhance service levels.
• Support business growth initiatives and seasonal planning.

Qualifications & Experience

• 3–5+ years experience in warehouse, logistics, or transport management.
• Proven experience leading teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong working knowledge of WMS, routing, and fleet management systems.
• CPC qualification (advantageous).
• Forklift certification (desirable).
• Experience within FMCG, food, or confectionery sectors is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• High attention to detail with strong organisational capability.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage demand peaks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Stock accuracy.
• On-time, in-full delivery performance (OTIF).
• Fleet utilisation and operating costs.
• Pick and dispatch accuracy.
• Fuel efficiency.
• Health & safety compliance.
• Team performance, engagement, and retention.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 plus up to £5,000 bonus opportunity