Warehouse Operations Manager

Warehouse Operations Manager

Stoke

£40,000 - £45,000

Our client is looking to recruit a Warehouse Operations Manager that has experience in 3PL Logistics. This vacancy would suit a hands-on people person that has experience in management within a 3PL environment.

This role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Stoke warehouse, including receiving, storing, and dispatching goods ensuring that warehouse activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and regulations.

Duties Include 

• Overseeing the management of inventory within the warehouse.
• Being responsible for optimising the use of warehouse space.
• Manage the order fulfilment process, ensuring that customer orders are picked, packed, and shipped accurately and on time.
• Oversee quality control procedures to ensure that goods are received and stored in good condition.
• Implement safety protocols, conduct safety training, and enforce safety regulations to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Lead and manage a team of warehouse personnel, including supervisors, pickers, packers, and forklift operators. 
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance warehouse efficiency is a key aspect of the role.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, conveyor systems, and pallet racking.
• Interact with suppliers and vendors to coordinate the delivery and receipt of goods.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, such as customs, safety, and environmental standards, especially when handling hazardous materials or international shipments.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and implementing best practices to enhance warehouse efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Experience / knowledge / skills 

• Significant managerial experience
• Knowledge of WMS systems including RF Scanners. 
• Proven experience running a high performing profitable contract logistics department. 
• Able to promote and manage change.
• Effective organisational and time management skills, inclusive of prioritising workload 
• Confident decision making and problem solving.
• Able to deliver coaching/training.
• Able to interpret statistics and data effectively

Hours of Work

The hours of work are based on 42.5 hours. Flexibility will be required. 

The site operates a 2-shift pattern covering 6am-10pm and 6pm - 2pm during peak periods.

Typical hours are 8am - 6pm.

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