JB472: Warehouse Shift Manager

Location: Nottingham

Salary: £35,000 - £37,500 per annum

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently supporting one of our established and expanding businesses in the search for a Warehouse Shift Manager

Our client encourage applications from ex-Military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities for the Warehouse Shift Manager:
*Lead daily pre-shift briefings, communicating priorities, performance updates and safety reminders.
*Support a positive, collaborative working environment through clear expectations and respectful communication.
*Motivate operatives, offering coaching, encouragement and guidance.
*Provide feedback to team members and support multi-skilling and on-the-job training.
*Promote colleague wellbeing, responding fairly and promptly to concerns.
*Enforce Health & Safety working practices and initiative, and ensure the shift operates in a safe, tidy and compliant environment.
*Manage the workflow across picking, packing, goods-in, put-away and dispatch activities.
*Allocate labour effectively to meet operational targets and respond to volume fluctuations.
*Monitor shift KPIs (order accuracy, productivity, timeliness) and adjust workflow in real time.
*Uphold 5S standards, ensuring workspaces remain safe, organised and efficient.
*Conduct spot checks, audits and quality controls to maintain accuracy, compliance and a safe working environment.
*Troubleshoot delays, shortages, mis-picks or equipment issues promptly.
*Prepare accurate shift reports and handovers to the next shift.
*Support continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting solutions.
Skills and Qualifications for the Warehouse Shift Manager:
Essential:
*Proven experience in warehouse supervisor, leader or logistics management (supervisory level or above).
*Background in 3PL/warehouse management
*Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
*Good understanding of warehouse processes, stock control, and systems.
*Excellent time management, organisation and prioritisation skills.
*Knowledge of health & safety standards and manual handling regulations.
*Ability to analyze performance data and implement improvements.
*Flexible, problem-solving mindset with ability to work under pressure.
*Ability to optimise workflow and resource allocation.
*A keen eye for detail and the ability to understand, follow, and champion company procedures.
Preferred:
*Ability to train and develop staff while maintaining high engagement levels.
*Experience in labour management and task planning for a team.
*Understanding of relevant warehouse technologies.
*Certification in Health & Safety or Warehouse Management.
Location: Nottingham

Salary: £35,000 - £37,500 per annum