Job Description:

Our client, a rapidly growing consumer goods business with a strong online and retail presence, is seeking an experienced *** Warehouse & Logistics Operations Manager *** to take ownership of its warehouse, inventory, fulfilment and international logistics operations.

This is a hands-on management role for someone who is equally comfortable leading a team, improving processes and supporting day-to-day warehouse activity.

The successful candidate will play a key role in improving stock accuracy, strengthening operational processes and supporting continued growth across the UK and Europe.

Warehouse & Logistics Operations Manager - Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the warehouse
• Lead, support and develop the warehouse team
• Ensure orders are picked, packed and dispatched accurately and on time
• Maintain accurate stock records within the company's ERP system
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies
• Oversee cycle counts, stock takes and inventory reconciliations
• Improve warehouse layouts, stock locations and storage processes
• Coordinate UK, European and international shipments
• Work with freight forwarders, customs agents and courier partners
• Oversee fulfilment across online marketplaces, B2B and European customers
• Monitor courier, warehouse and shipment performance
• Maintain operational procedures, training guides and warehouse documentation
• Identify and implement continuous improvements across the operation
• Ensure health and safety procedures and company policies are followed

Warehouse & Logistics Operations Manager - Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager or similar
• Forklift Truck (FLT) experience (ideally counterbalance and stacker)
• Experience leading a warehouse or fulfilment team
• Strong inventory management and stock-control knowledge
• Experience using warehouse management, stock-control or ERP systems
• Experience coordinating international shipments and shipping documentation
• Good knowledge of freight, courier and customs processes
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel
• A hands-on and practical approach to management
• Experience with online marketplace fulfilment, consumer goods, serial-controlled stock or European logistics would be advantageous.

Warehouse & Logistics Ops Manager - Package

* Salary up to £40,000 per annum (DOE)

* 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

* Company pension

* Sick pay

* Free on-site parking

*Kitchen facilities with refreshments available

* Company events and social activities

* Career progression opportunities

* Salary reviews and annual bonus potential

* Time off in lieu for additional hours worked during peak periods

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing business where you will have the autonomy to improve warehouse operations, strengthen inventory controls and build a team capable of supporting future growth.