Full job descriptionWarehouse Manager
Location: Colchester, CO6
Salary: Dependent on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5.30pm (45 hours per week including unpaid break)
About the Role:A well-established food manufacturing business is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Manager to lead its warehouse operations. As Warehouse Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth, efficient, and compliant operation of warehouse and distribution activities.
As the site is located in an area with limited public transport links, a UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.
Benefits:
*33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
*Enhanced sick pay after one year of service
*Pension scheme
*Staff discount on products
*Employee discount platform
*Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and HR support
*Free onsite parking
*PPE provided
*Uniform provided
Key responsibilities:
*Oversee all day-to-day warehouse operations, overseeing goods-in, storage, order picking, and product dispatch.
*Manage and develop a high-performing warehouse team, promoting accountability, communication, and continuous improvement.
*Maintain accurate stock control, driving FIFO/FEFO compliance and excellent inventory visibility.
*Champion food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards, keeping the site audit-ready at all times.
*Coordinate with logistics partners to ensure efficient and reliable transport operations.
*Turn production plans into effective picking and dispatch schedules, proactively managing risks and priorities.
*Drive the use of OrderWise and support the transition to streamlined, paperless processes.
*Identify and deliver improvements in stock accuracy, efficiency, productivity, and waste reduction.
Requirements:*Valid right to work in the UK
*Previous warehouse management experience within a food manufacturing or fresh produce environment.
*Proven experience leading, developing, and motivating warehouse teams.
*Strong knowledge of warehouse systems (WMS/ERP), stock control, and FIFO/FEFO processes.
*Food Safety Level 3 and forklift licences are a bonus.
*Comfortable making decisions and leading in a fast-paced operational environment
*Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and continuous improvement mindset