Position: Warehouse Manager
Location: Aylesbury
Salary: GBP44,000 per annum
Our client is a leading provider of logistics solutions, specialising in the food and drink industry, with a commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
The Role
As a 3PL Warehouse Manager, you will work within the Operations Department dealing with a diverse portfolio of food and drink clients and a cleaning brand to ensure the seamless delivery of client promises. Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, this role is pivotal in driving operational excellence across all warehouse functions, including Goods In, B2B picking, D2C pick and pack, and kitting/value‑added services.
Main Responsibilities
* Ensure the warehouse operates at peak efficiency with customer satisfaction as the primary goal.
* Oversee all warehouse functions including Goods In, Put Away, Replenishment, B2B picking, D2C pick/pack, kitting, despatch, and value‑added services.
* Lead, coach, and develop Team Managers and Supervisors to achieve short and long‑term performance goals.
* Guarantee smooth and effective handovers between shifts and departments.
* Drive positive change through effective use and continuous improvement of the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
* Lead WMS implementation and rollout activities.
* Plan and allocate Material Handling Equipment (MHE) fleet resources across all departments.
* Review and plan workflow, staffing levels, space utilisation, and equipment requirements.
* Manage labour planning, absence, and holiday approvals.
* Maintain a safe and compliant working environment by enforcing health & safety, food safety, and legal standards.
* Meet regularly with the Head of Operations to review performance and implement actionable plans for continuous improvement.
* Oversee performance management across all levels.
* Ensure accurate and timely fulfilment of orders across all channels.
* Manage inbound and outbound operations.
* Ensure effective communication and collaboration with internal departments.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships.
* Drive a culture of continuous improvement.
* Oversee shift structures and ensure alignment across all operational areas.
* Ensure all MHE is maintained, checked, and used safely.
* Promote high standards of housekeeping and organisation across the warehouse.
Qualifications
* Proven leadership experience within a fast‑paced FMCG or 3PL warehouse environment.
* Strong people management experience, managing multiple layers of leadership.
* Demonstrated ability to lead through delegation and develop high‑performing teams.
* Extensive knowledge of warehouse operations, procedures, and best practices.
* Proficiency in warehouse management systems and a continuous improvement mindset.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
* A strong commitment to maintaining health & safety and food safety standards.
Commutable locations: Aylesbury, Tring, Hemel Hempstead, High Wycombe, Milton Keynes, Luton, Dunstable, Watford, Leighton Buzzard, Buckingham.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
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