Warehouse First Line Manager - Night Shift- Stowmarket, Suffolk
Shift Pattern: 4 days on / 4 days off
Hours: 22:40 - 09:00 (includes two 20-minute breaks)
Annual Working Days: 180 (compared to the traditional 260-day working year)
Salary: £38k per year, based on experience + benefits package worth up to £1,740/year
First Call Talent Solutions is proud to be partnering with a leading UK brand as they've launch a state-of-the-art Distribution Centre in Stowmarket-the largest warehouse built in over five years. This is a significant opportunity to be part of something truly exciting from the ground up.
We are currently seeking two experienced Warehouse First Line Managers for the night shift to help shape the future of operations at this flagship site.
What You'll Be Doing:
Leading a team of approximately 50 warehouse operatives
Overseeing operations across inbound, stock put-away, picking, dispatch, and inventory
Supporting continuous process improvement while prioritising Health & Safety
Collaborating with Inventory, H&S, Planning, and HR teams
Driving KPI achievement and managing shift efficiencies
Standing in for the Shift Manager when required, including handovers
Engaging and motivating staff through briefings and clear performance goals
Contributing to the setup of new policies, SSOWs, SOPs, and local procedures
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Experience managing teams in warehouse, processing, or manufacturing environments
Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) a plus
Confident in MS Excel, Word & PowerPoint
A strong communicator and natural leader who thrives on team engagement
Proactive approach to implementing structure and supporting operational excellence
What's in It for You?
Competitive salary
31 days annual leave including bank holidays
Free on-site gym
Subsidised canteen
Free on-site parking with EV charging points
Cycle to Work scheme with secure bike storage
Staff discounts across multiple major retailers