Warehouse manager

• Operational leadership of a leading warehouse operation
• High profile position with excellent development opportunities

About Our Client

The employer is a well-established organisation within the transport & distribution industry. They are a medium-sized company with a world class reputation, offering structured processes and a professional people centred work environment.

Job Description

The Warehouse manager is pivotal position guiding a 7 day operation

• Manage and oversee daily warehouse operations to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate with the logistics team to ensure timely distribution and delivery of goods.
• Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy and stock levels.
• Manage a budget in excess of £10million p/a
• Lead, Implement and maintain health and safety standards within the warehouse.
• Lead a team of operations managers and teams leaders to support warehouse staff (up to 300), providing training where required.
• Analyse and improve warehouse processes to enhance performance.
• Ensure high levels of moral and employee engagement encouraging business funded social events and team activities
• Help attract the best talent into the business and provide personalised development.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless logistics operations.
• Prepare and present regular reports on warehouse performance and metrics.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Warehouse Manager should have:

• Proven experience in warehouse management within a fast paced logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement in a logistics and supply chain setting (Six Sigma advantageous).
• Knowledge of new innovations to improve the operation (automation, systems etc)
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems and software.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and organisational skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £65,000 to £70,000 per annum.
• 10% performance-related bonus.
• Permanent position in a well-established organisation in the Milton Keynes area.
• Opportunities for professional development within the industry.

If you are ready to take on an exciting opportunity as a Warehouse Manager in Milton Keynes, we encourage you to apply now.