Warehouse and Logistics Manager

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Warehouse and Logistics Manager to lead our site-based book distribution operation in Didcot. This is a critical, blended role combining hands-on operational support, people development, and logistics strategy. Our site is not a typical warehouse it s a clean, organised production-style environment where precision matters. We handle detailed processing tasks (e.g. barcoding and labelling books for libraries) that demand 99.9% accuracy. Quality assurance, staff development, and logistics innovation are core to success in this role. You''ll oversee a small, dedicated team of 12, working closely with our newly promoted Assistant Warehouse Manager, providing mentoring and operational support while helping her grow into full shop floor leadership. At the same time, you ll lead the review and improvement of our global courier-based logistics operations (primarily via DHL and UPS), supporting our mission to ship smarter and faster, while managing compliance, customs, and cost-effectiveness. Warehouse Operations Oversee warehouse activities including book processing, goods in/out, despatch, and quality control. Ensure timely and accurate order fulfilment aligned with customer specifications. Support and mentor the Assistant Warehouse Manager to run day-to-day shop floor activities effectively and independently. Design and manage a clear reporting structure across all warehouse functions to monitor performance, shipments, risks, and ..... full job details .....