Warehouse Manager — Aylesbury (New 25,000 sq ft DC)
Location: Aylesbury (Aston Clinton area, HP22) – easily accessible from Milton Keynes, Luton, and Oxford.
A fast-growing e-commerce agency is opening a brand-new 25,000 sq ft distribution centre in Aylesbury. We're seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to launch the site, build a high-performing team, and lead operations from day one. This is a rare opportunity to shape a new facility and set the standards for success.
What you'll do
* Lead, coach, and develop the warehouse team, including supervisors and 20+ operatives.
* Oversee all warehouse and logistics operations: inbound, storage, pick/pack, dispatch, and returns.
* Ensure compliance with company, customer, and legal standards, including Health & Safety.
* Manage labour planning and rotas to cover a 364-day operation.
* Monitor KPIs (accuracy, speed, cost) and deliver continuous improvement.
* Build strong relationships with carriers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
* Contribute to strategic projects and support the site's long-term growth.
What you'll bring
* 10+ years' experience managing a mid-size warehouse (~25,000 sq ft) with 20+ staff.
* Proven leadership skills with experience training and developing supervisors.
* Strong background in warehouse management (FMCG, e-commerce, or 3PL preferred).
* Essential Health & Safety knowledge; IOSH/NEBOSH or FLT licence a plus.
* Confident with Excel, WMS, and communication tools.
* Effective communicator with strong stakeholder and client management skills.
* Experience of unionised sites or transport knowledge desirable
How we work (our values)
Respect All Speak Straight One Team, One Goal Own It Focus & Finish Be Here, Be Ready Keep Learning Stay Sharp
Why Join Us
* Competitive salary with performance-based growth opportunities.
* 29 days' holiday including bank holidays, plus birthday leave.
* Company pension scheme.
* Annual training & development allowance.
* Real ownership in shaping a new site from the ground up.
Apply now via Indeed or send your CV with a short cover note to: - (subject: Warehouse Manager – Aylesbury).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £40,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person