Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager

Location: Wallingford

Hours: 40 hours per week | Full time

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Warehouse Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our warehouse and logistics function. This is a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, responsible for ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, control and dispatch of stock while maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety and productivity.

The successful candidate will lead a small team, drive continuous improvement, and work closely with Production and other departments to ensure materials are available to meet business demands.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the warehouse, goods-in and despatch functions.
  
  
• Lead, motivate and develop warehouse staff to achieve operational targets.
  
  
• Oversee the receipt, inspection and storage of incoming goods.
  
  
• Ensure stock movements are accurately recorded and inventory levels are maintained.
  
  
• Manage stock control processes, including cycle counting and stock audits.
  
  
• Ensure strict adherence to FIFO principles and stock rotation procedures.
  
  
• Coordinate the timely kitting and issuing of materials to support production schedules.
  
  
• Monitor warehouse performance and identify opportunities for process improvements.
  
  
• Ensure the safe loading and unloading of vehicles and efficient movement of stock.
  
  
• Work closely with Production, Purchasing and Logistics teams to ensure customer requirements are met.
  
  
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
  
  
• Manage warehouse resources, equipment and storage capacity effectively.
  
  

About You

• Previous experience in a Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager or Stock Control Manager position.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, stock control and despatch procedures.
  
  
• Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment.
  
  
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
  
  
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
  
  
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work across multiple departments.
  
  
• Computer literate with experience of warehouse management systems.
  
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
  
  

Desirable

• SAP experience.
  
  
• Forklift licence or experience managing FLT operations.
  
  
• Continuous improvement or lean manufacturing experience.
  
  

If you have a proven track record in warehouse management and are looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply Directly or call 01189598078.