We are recruiting on behalf of a client for Warehouse Operations Manager.
Our client is is a leading global distributor of pharmaceuticals.Their success to date is the result of 50 years’ experience providing medicines to our customers in over 70 countries across 6 continents.
* Job Title Warehouse & Logistics Manager
* Location - Hertforshire
* Salary £50,000 to £60,000 dependent on experience
* Bonus - Performance related
* Holidays 24 days plus Bank Holidays
Accountabilities
Warehouse Operations Management • Oversee daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch. • Ensure all operations comply with GDP and GMP, meeting MHRA and internal quality standards. • Manage temperature‑controlled storage requirements. • Maintain and improve SOPs for safety, compliance, and operational accuracy.
Logistics & Distribution • Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with couriers and 3PL partners. • Ensure compliant and secure transportation of pharmaceutical and cold‑chain products. • Track delivery performance and address logistics issues proactively. 3PL Management (Third‑Party Logistics)
• Manage relationships with external 3PL providers responsible for storage, distribution, or value‑added services. • Monitor 3PL performance against agreed KPIs, SLAs, and GDP requirements.
Qualifications, Skills, Experience and Habits
• Minimum 3 years’ pharmaceutical warehouse or logistics experience. • Experience with export and 3PL oversight in a regulated environment. • Knowledge of cold‑chain logistics and use of passive shippers highly desirable. • Strong leadership and cross‑functional team management. • Excellent knowledge of GDP/GMP and compliance frameworks