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This is an exciting opportunity to join the operations team of a major e-Commerce Home & Pet distributer. The Warehouse Manager will be part of the leadership team which has 6 sites across the UK. The primary responsibility of this new role will be managing the new Head Office Distribution Centre and report directly to the General Manager.
About the Role
*Management, organisation and supervision of picking and packing requirements in line with customer SLA. This will be across multiple marketplaces
*Oversee all warehouse Goods In procedures to ensure Purchase Orders are receipted accurately and in a timely fashion
*Ensuring the allocated Goods Out resource is aligned with channel volumes
*Responsible for Site H&S and Security. Ensuring the site is safe and compliant and acting as the "H&S Champion" to promote good practises and consistent standards
*Oversee all operations recruitment, disciplinaries and training. The Warehouse manager will be supported by the Business Support team & HR manager.
*Improving SOP’s and implementing fresh ideas to allow growth. Some channels will require a complete overhaul of SOP’s to align with customer SLA
*KPI Management
*Site Procurement. This responsibility will be supported by the finance team, but the warehouse manager will be responsible to ensuring the site has adequate resource to operate at full capacity.
*Facilities management. The site will require a Warehouse Manager who is responsible for audits and H&S so can identify site issues and resolve in a timely manner.
Successful candidate require: -
*5 Years + experience in an Operations Manager, Depot Manager or Warehouse Manager role
*Good understanding of Supply chain & e-Commerce practises
*KPI Management
*Budget control. This senior role requires the successful candidate be a budget holder and have experience in managing depot P&L and procurement
*Experience in managing HR policies, disciplinary procedures and recruitment.
*History of "Project Lead". As a new site, this role requires the candidate to have experience in implementing SOP’s, training and WMS solutions.
*Self Motivator, analytical, organised and a work ethic that is the benchmark for all warehouse operatives
*NEBOSH, IOSH or Certificate in Work Health & Safety is preferred
*Windows Office is essential in this role and previous experience with a Warehouse Management System is preferred.
*Flexibility to work outside normal working hours including some weekends
If you feel you meet the requirements please apply
Closing date 12th June 2026
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
*Canteen
*Company events
*Employee discount
*On-site parking
Schedule:
*Monday to Friday
Experience:
*Warehouse Management: 5 year (preferred)