Warehouse and Transport Manager
  • England,Yorkshire and The Humber,West Yorkshire,Leeds
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Job Description:
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, independent, family-owned business with a strong reputation built over more than two decades. Known for its practical, no-nonsense approach, the company has achieved consistent success through a philosophy of common sense, hard work, and delivering on its promises.
Their mission is simple: to remove the hassle from projects by ensuring products are delivered on time and fit for purpose.
The RoleOur client is seeking an experienced and driven Warehouse & Transport Manager to lead their Goods In, Goods Out, and Transport operations.
This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing high-volume logistics activity, driving operational efficiency, and maintaining consistently high standards across all functions. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership to support strategic objectives while ensuring day-to-day operational excellence.


Key Responsibilities*Oversee and manage Goods In and Goods Out warehouse operations
*Lead and coordinate transport planning and fleet management
*Manage, motivate, and develop a large operational team (circa 100 staff) across multiple shifts
*Drive high levels of productivity, accuracy, and performance
*Ensure adherence to operational processes and compliance standards
*Collaborate with senior leadership on operational strategy and execution
*Produce and maintain daily operational reports and performance metrics
*Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs
*Champion the use of systems and technology to enhance performance
*Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and warehouse regulations
*Maintain a safe, efficient, and compliant working environment
Key Requirements*Proven experience managing large teams within warehouse or logistics environments
*Strong background in multi-shift warehouse operations
*Experience in transport planning and fleet management
*Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transport Management Systems (TMS)
*Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
*Strong leadership and people management skills
*Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
*Solid understanding of Health & Safety and compliance standards
*Strong communication and reporting skills
*Comfortable driving and adopting new technologies
What We’re Looking ForOur client is looking for a hands-on leader who leads by example, brings energy and structure to operations, and aligns with a practical, down-to-earth working culture. Someone who can inspire teams, improve processes, and consistently deliver results.
Job number 3645424

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Company Details:
Lucy Walker Recruitment Ltd
Company size: 10–19 employees
Industry: Admin, Secretarial
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