Warehouse Site Manager

ZipRecruiter; Northampton; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000

Job description

Job Description

Warehouse Site Manager
£53,000 annual salary, £6,000 car allowance
Large 3PL business

Are you an experienced Warehouse Site Manager looking for a new challenge? Our client, a leading ecommerce 3PL company known for distributing popular products, is seeking a dedicated professional to oversee site operations. You will be responsible for achieving targets in productivity, quality, delivery, cost management, inventory control, and employee relations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reduce customer complaints and ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented.
• Eradicate internal non-conformances by developing and managing quality processes and procedures.
• Lead and align Operations Functions with company goals.
• Manage site-level budgets and control operational costs.
• Ensure inventory accuracy, minimise losses, and manage damages.
• Prepare and present executive summary reports on key performance indicators.
• Record and analyse activity data to enhance productivity.
• Improve layout and material flows for operational efficiency.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of material handling equipment and other machinery.
• Plan staffing and capacity to optimise productivity and meet service level agreements.
• Prepare for seasonal demands, peak periods, product launches, and new business integration.
• Oversee all aspects of staff management for the Operations team.
• Optimise costs and usage of temporary labour.
• Develop and manage warehouse training initiatives.
• Manage relationships with vendors involved in Operations.
• Work with the Director of Operations and other Site Managers to drive operational improvements.
• Implement and maintain 6S management principles in the warehouse.
• Ensure adherence to security, health & safety, and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Relevant qualification in Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience managing large teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems, SAP, or similar systems.
• Strong ability to work autonomously.
• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Comply with company policies, including Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities.
• Willingness to work extended hours as needed.

Performance Metrics:

• Revenue and Return on Sales (ROS)
• KPI Achievement
• Appraisal Objectives
• Feedback from Clients, Peers, and Colleagues

Working Monday to Friday days with flexibility required depending on the demands of the role.
Salary – £53,000 + £6,000 car allowance + 15% bonus.

If you are an experienced Warehouse Site Manager and are interested in the above role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Hayley Whitehead at Pertemps Birmingham to discuss further.