Role Overview
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Alexander Steele is supporting a successful FMCG business to recruit a Warehouse Lead.
The Warehouse Lead is responsible for the end-to-end performance of warehouse operations across two FMCG sites. The role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant management of inbound materials, internal stock movements, inter-site transfers, and finished goods dispatch. Working closely with Production, Planning, Technical, Engineering, and Supply Chain, the Warehouse Lead drives performance across Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and People.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, coach, and develop Warehouse Front Line Managers and warehouse teams across multiple shifts.
* Build a high-performing, engaged warehouse team with strong communication and a consistent one team culture.
* Manage training plans, competency requirements, recruitment, and performance.
* Oversee all warehouse activities including goods-in, stock control, inter-site transfers, and finished goods dispatch.
* Ensure high levels of stock accuracy, dispatch accuracy
* Maintain robust inventory management processes and accurate system data (ERP/WMS).
* Run daily performance reviews and operational meetings to maintain focus on priorities.
* Drive CI initiatives to improve layout, flow, stock management, picking accuracy, and resource utilisation.
* Use operational data to identify risks, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
* Support capacity planning and operational readiness for business growth.
* Ensure full compliance with health & safety, food safety, hygiene, and audit standards.
* Promote a strong Safety First culture across all warehouse activities.
* Maintain GMP standards, complete risk assessments, and ensure audit readiness.
* Work closely with Production, Planning, Technical, Engineering, and Transport to ensure material availability and service levels.
* Support the wider site leadership team in delivering operational and supply chain objectives.
Experience & Skills Required
* Proven experience leading warehouse or logistics operations within FMCG or food manufacturing.
* Strong people management capability with experience leading multi-shift teams.
* Solid understanding of goods-in, stock control, warehousing processes, and dispatch operations.
* Strong safety, food safety, and compliance knowledge.
* Experience working cross-functionally with Production, Planning, and Supply Chain. xkybehq
* Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills.