Warehouse manager

Milton Keynes Permanent £65,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
Join a leading organisation in the transport & distribution industry as a Warehouse Manager in Milton Keynes. This role requires expertise in fast paced logistics environments to oversee the running of efficient customer centred warehouse operations.
  • 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.

Contact
Phil Townend
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6952903
Phone number
+44 121 634 6937

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Warehousing Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Milton Keynes
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Phil Townend
Consultant phone
+44 121 634 6937
Job reference
JN-022026-6952903