Warehouse & Logistics Manager

Role: Warehouse & Logistics Manager
Location: Winsford
Type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday
Salary: -40,00045,000 per annum

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse & Logistics Manager to lead day to day warehouse operations and coordinate end-to-end logistics activities. You will be responsible for inventory accuracy, on-time dispatch, team leadership, cost control and continuous improvement to meet customer service and operational targets.

The role:

• Manage all warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, packing and dispatch
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, carrier management and routing to optimise costs and service levels
• Manage company drivers, including scheduling, performance oversight, compliance checks, and allocation of transport duties
• Maintain accurate inventory control and cycle count programs; investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Lead, coach and develop warehouse and logistics teams; create effective shift rotas and resource plans
• Implement and maintain Health & Safety, security and quality standards across the warehouse
• Manage budgets, cost controls and vendor relationships, drive efficiency and waste reduction
• Use WMS/ERP systems to plan workload, track performance and generate management reports and KPIs
• Develop and implement process improvements, lean initiatives and best-practice procedures
• Coordinate cross-functional activity with procurement, sales and customer service to meet delivery commitments

The candidate:

• Proven experience managing warehouse and logistics operations, typically 5+ years in a supervisory or management role
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and ERP systems
• Excellent inventory control and stock management skills
• Demonstrable people management skills, including recruiting, training and performance management
• Solid understanding of transport operations
• Competent user of Microsoft Excel and reporting tools; able to produce and interpret KPI reports
• Strong problem-solving, organisational and communication skills
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and best practice in warehouse environments
• In date FLT licence

For further information, please contact Sophie on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)