JB472: Warehouse Shift Manager
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £35,000 - £37,500 per annum
Overview:
First Military Recruitment are currently supporting one of our established and expanding businesses in the search for a Warehouse Shift Manager
Our client encourage applications from ex-Military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.
Duties and Responsibilities for the Warehouse Shift Manager:
Lead daily pre-shift briefings, communicating priorities, performance updates and safety reminders.
Support a positive, collaborative working environment through clear expectations and respectful communication.
Motivate operatives, offering coaching, encouragement and guidance.
Provide feedback to team members and support multi-skilling and on-the-job training.
Promote colleague wellbeing, responding fairly and promptly to concerns.
Enforce Health & Safety working practices and initiative, and ensure the shift operates in a safe, tidy and compliant environment.
Manage the workflow across picking, packing, goods-in, put-away and dispatch activities.
Allocate labour effectively to meet operational targets and respond to volume fluctuations.
Monitor shift KPIs (order accuracy, productivity, timeliness) and adjust workflow in real time.
Uphold 5S standards, ensuring workspaces remain safe, organised and efficient.
Conduct spot checks, audits and quality controls to maintain accuracy, compliance and a safe working environment.
Troubleshoot delays, shortages, mis-picks or equipment issues promptly.
Prepare accurate shift reports and handovers to the next shift.
Support continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting solutions.
Skills and Qualifications for the Warehouse Shift Manager:
Essential:
Proven experience in warehouse supervisor, leader or logistics management (supervisory level or above).
Background in 3PL/warehouse management
Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
Good understanding of warehouse processes, stock control, and systems.
Excellent time management, organisation and prioritisation skills.
Knowledge of health & safety standards and manual handling regulations.
Ability to analyze performance data and implement improvements.
Flexible, problem-solving mindset with ability to work under pressure.
Ability to optimise workflow and resource allocation.
A keen eye for detail and the ability to understand, follow, and champion company procedures.
Preferred:
Ability to train and develop staff while maintaining high engagement levels.
Experience in labour management and task planning for a team.
Understanding of relevant warehouse technologies.
Certification in Health & Safety or Warehouse Management.
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £35,000 - £37,500 per annum