Warehouse operations manager

Operational Manager (3PL Contract Warehousing/Logistics)

Reed Recruitment are currently working in partnership with an established third-party logistics (3PL) provider specialising in innovative warehousing solutions across the UK is seeking an experienced Warehouse General Manager. This role involves leading operational activities across two distribution centres, totalling over 75,000 sq. ft., and offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the organisation's growth and success.

The company have seen unprecedented growth over the last 2 years which has resulted in the business heading toward a record year. This is the ideal time to join the business as there is a real chance to be fast tracked within the business into a position of overall managerial leadership.

Salary and Benefits

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Southeast Wales
• Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
• Pension: Auto Enrolment 
• Holidays: 23 Days + 8 Bank Holidays 
• Prospects: Excellent opportunities to be Fast track progressed within the business. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Operational Leadership: Provide strategic direction across all operational functions including warehousing, distribution, continuous improvement, and project delivery.
• Team Management: Lead, manage, and develop a site team of approximately 30+ employees through a structured leadership team.
• Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring consistently high levels of service and satisfaction.
• Commercial Responsibility: Oversee site performance, ensuring operational and financial targets are met while maintaining service quality standards.
• Performance Metrics: Drive performance through KPI management, focusing on meeting existing benchmarks and fostering continuous improvements.
• Compliance: Ensure full compliance with industry regulations, health & safety requirements, and best practice standards.
• Process Optimisation: Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Innovation: Support the introduction of new systems, processes, and technologies to enhance operational performance and customer outcomes.
• Supplier Relationships: Manage relationships with customers, suppliers, and third-party providers to ensure efficient and cost-effective service delivery.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong background in logistics, distribution, and supply chain management.
• Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role such as General Manager, Head of Operations, or equivalent.
• Experience within a 3PL environment is desirable.
• Experience managing budgets within medium to large-scale distribution centre operations.
• Strong leadership capability with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Commercial awareness of the UK logistics and warehousing market.
• Demonstrated ability to support and manage organisational growth.
• Ability to commute to South East Wales location five days per week.

If this sounds of interest to you and you'd like to find out more information then click apply and one of our team will come back to you.