Warehouse Manager
Our client who is a trusted UK leader in imports are seeking a proactive and experienced Warehouse Manager to lead the warehouse operations.
Warehouse Manager Benefits:
- Competitive and negotiable
- Location: Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
- Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm
- Pension, paid holiday, and ongoing professional development
- A supportive workplace where innovation, sustainability, and quality are championed
Reporting directly into the Managing Director the Warehouse Manager Duties will include:
- Oversee inbound/outbound logistics, ensuring accurate reception, picking, packing, and dispatching
- Manage stock control, inventory accuracy, turnover, and shrinkage
- Lead and develop a team of warehouse operatives/FLT Drivers, fostering a high-performance, safety-first culture
- Coordinate with shipping, customs clearance, and supply-chain teams for seamless global operations
- Ensure compliance with health & safety and environmental standards
- Drive process improvements to boost productivity and reduce costs
- Analyse key metrics and prepare operational reports for senior management
Warehouse Manager Criteria:
- Proven experience in a similar warehouse/logistics management role
- Strong leadership skills and experience managing at least 10+ staff
- In-depth knowledge of inventory control methodologies and logistics software
- Excellent IT skills
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams including customs, shipping, and manufacturing
- Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills
- Solid understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance
- A hands-on, "can-do" approach to problem-solving
- Excellent understanding of Health and safety