Position Type
Full-time
Salary Range
NA
Job Summary
PIP Global Safety is one of the world’s leading providers and manufacturers of personal protective equipment (PPE), trusted by workers and safety professionals across all industries and continents. With a 40‑year legacy of innovation, quality, and responsiveness, we deliver comprehensive head‑to‑toe protection through a powerful portfolio of brands.
We are united by a common purpose: protecting workers around the world by providing solutions that ensure safety, enhance performance, and support well‑being. Guided by our core values—integrity, innovation, accountability, tenacity, and customer focus—we are building a safer and more sustainable future. At PIP Global Safety, we protect people and the planet, one innovation at a time.
We are doubling our global footprint through the transformative acquisition of established brands such as North®, Howard Leight®, Miller®, Fibre‑Metal®, Oliver®, Salisbury®, and more, bringing even greater innovation, expertise, and reach to our customers worldwide.
Join a fast‑growing global organization where protection is more than a product—it is our purpose and our passion.
We are looking for a Warehouse Manager M/F/X in Wolverhampton on a permanent contract, full time to support our activities. It's an onsite position without remote work.
The Warehouse Manager M/F/X will be responsible for managing warehouse operations, logistics coordination, inventory control, and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
This role requires a hands‑on leader who can manage teams, optimize warehouse processes, and ensure the smooth movement of goods from inbound deliveries through to outbound distribution.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations:
* Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the warehouse, ensuring efficient receipt, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch of goods.
* Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy and stock control through effective processes and cycle counting.
* Ensure warehouse layout, storage systems, and workflows are optimised for efficiency and safety.
* Oversee inbound goods processing including container unloading, goods receipt, and quality checks.
* Manage outbound operations including order fulfilment, packing and carrier collections.
* Order picking, packing and assisting with general warehouse duties as required.
* Security, key holding and overtime management
Logistics & Distribution:
* Coordinate transport and logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of goods to customers.
* Liaise with carriers, partners and logistics providers to manage shipping schedules
* Monitor shipping performance and delivery KPIs.
* Maintenance of company vehicles.
* Lead, motivate, and develop warehouse staff including supervisors and operatives.
* Manage recruitment, training, performance management, and workforce planning.
* Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
Systems & Process Management:
* Ensure accurate use of warehouse management systems (WMS) and ERP systems (Microsoft BC).
* Monitor operational performance through KPIs such as: Order accuracy, On-time dispatch/ time to delivery, Inventory accuracy, Picking productivity.
Health, safety & Compliance:
* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations, including safe manual handling and forklift operations.
* Maintain a safe working environment through risk assessments, training, and safe operating procedures.
* Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and operational procedures.
* Drive operational improvements to increase productivity and reduce costs.
* Analyse operational data to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions.
* Work closely with procurement, customer service, and sales teams to ensure smooth supply chain operations.
Skills Requirements
* Proven experience managing a warehouse or distribution operations (minimum 7 years of professional experience).
* Strong leadership and team management experience.
* Experience working with ERP or warehouse management systems (Microsoft Business Central Highly beneficial).
* Strong understanding of inventory control and warehouse processes.
* Knowledge of UK health & safety regulations within warehouse environments.
* Excellent organisational and problem‑solving skills.
* Experience managing third‑party logistics providers (3PL).
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Analytical mindset with a focus on operational efficiency.
* Hands‑on operational leader, leading by example with multi‑functional expertise.
* Knowledge of import/export logistics and freight management can be a plus for the role.
Area of Interest
Integrated Supply Chain and Operations
EEO and Diversity Statement
At PIP Global Safety, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected and valued. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we strive to ensure that employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Employment practices and policies may be subject to variation based on applicable laws and regulations in different countries and jurisdictions.
This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, training, and development opportunities. We believe that a diverse team strengthens our global success and enriches our culture.
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