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Night Shift Warehouse Manager

Manchester Permanent £34,000 - £35,000 per year View Job Description
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced warehouse leader to take ownership of a busy night shift operation, ensuring all warehouse activity is completed safely, accurately and on time. As the senior operational lead on site overnight, you'll drive performance, lead a team of warehouse professionals and ensure the operation is fully prepared for the following day's workload.
  • The salary for this role is £35,000.
  • The shift pattern for this role is 10pm-6am Monday-Friday.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and growing business operating a fast-paced warehouse and distribution function that plays a critical role in delivering exceptional service to its customers. With a strong focus on operational excellence, safety and continuous improvement, they invest in their people and provide opportunities for long-term career development.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the safe and efficient operation of the warehouse throughout the night shift.
  • Manage and support a team of 6-8 Warehouse Operatives and a Night Shift Administrator.
  • Allocate labour and resources effectively to meet operational priorities and deadlines.
  • Ensure all picking, packing, replenishment and dispatch activities are completed accurately and on time.
  • Conduct shift briefings, communicate priorities and maintain team engagement.
  • Monitor productivity, quality and service performance against agreed KPIs.
  • Investigate and resolve operational issues including stock discrepancies, system problems and equipment failures.
  • Maintain high standards of health & safety, housekeeping and operational compliance.
  • Manage employee attendance, performance, development and training requirements.
  • Ensure accurate shift reporting, documentation and handovers between shifts.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality and operational efficiency.
  • Act as the senior point of contact on site throughout the night operation.

The Successful Applicant

The Successful Candidate:

  • Previous experience in a Warehouse Supervisor, Shift Manager, Warehouse Manager or similar operational leadership role.
  • Proven experience managing teams within a fast-paced warehouse, logistics or distribution environment.
  • Strong understanding of warehouse operations including picking, packing, replenishment and dispatch.
  • Excellent leadership, communication and people-management skills.
  • Experience managing productivity, quality, attendance and performance.
  • Ability to make confident operational decisions with minimal senior management support on site.
  • Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.
  • Comfortable using warehouse systems and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Able and willing to work permanent night shifts.
  • Experience of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) would be advantageous.
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation within a warehouse environment is desirable.

What's on Offer

What's on Offer:

  • Salary of £35,000 per annum
  • Permanent night shift position
  • Stable and growing business environment
  • Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • A role where you can make a significant impact on operational performance and team success
Contact
Ben Turner
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7064295
Phone number
+44 113 388 9075

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Warehousing Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Turner
Consultant phone
+44 113 388 9075
Job reference
JN-072026-7064295