Site Operations & Warehouse Manager - Airfreight, Doncaster
Client: Leading Logistics Provider
Location: Doncaster, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 3
Posted: 10.06.2025
Expiry Date: 25.07.2025
Job Description:
My client is seeking a Site Operations & Warehouse Manager to oversee warehousing and domestic transport within a busy Airfreight and distribution centre. Responsibilities include managing the site, facilities, logistics solutions, and ensuring cost efficiency and customer service excellence.
You will work for an industry leader that values and rewards its employees.
Role Responsibilities:
* Manage transport administration, planning, and third-party carriers & internal drivers; oversee warehouse inbound and outbound operations.
* Ensure efficient stock management and resource allocation.
* Maintain a safe working environment and oversee site housekeeping.
* Implement continuous improvement initiatives aligned with a kaizen approach.
* Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to meet quality standards, KPIs, SLAs, and cost controls.
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Handle H&S and maintenance issues; liaise with contractors and landlords.
* Fulfill security responsibilities related to the role.
Additional Duties:
* Plan resources and staff to meet daily operational needs.
* Manage operational supervisors and ensure timely completion of unloading, storage, picking, packing, and loading activities.
* Maintain risk assessments, SSOW, and manage operational costs.
* Keep accurate records and liaise with maintenance contractors.
* Coordinate communication across teams, management, customers, and suppliers.
* Manage domestic transport activities with the Transport Manager and 3PL partners.
* Promote continuous improvement and warehouse housekeeping.
* Handle staff disciplinary actions with HR support.
* Monitor staff performance, attendance, and training records.
Skills & Experience:
- Minimum 3 years in a managerial role within warehouse and transport environments.
- Experience in airfreight operations.
- Strong leadership and motivational skills.
- Flexibility and reliability.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- AvSec and H&S certification preferred.
- Budget management experience.
- Excellent communication skills.
- O Licence desirable; training can be provided.
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