Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced and highly organised
Warehouse / Store Manager
to oversee all warehouse operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This is a
hands-on, operational role
requiring proven experience in a manufacturing warehouse, excellent attention to detail, and strong organisational skills.
Candidates with a background in
agriculture or automotive
sectors will have a distinct advantage.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations Management
Oversee the daily running of all warehouse activities to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient operations.
Manage
goods inwards
including unloading, inspection, quality checks, verification of delivery documentation, and accurate system entry.
Coordinate
goods outwards
ensuring correct order picking, packing, dispatch preparation, and timely shipment.
Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised warehouse environment in compliance with company health & safety standards.
Inventory & Stock Control
Lead and complete
stock intake / cycle counts every 6 weeks
, ensuring accuracy and clear reporting of variances.
Implement and maintain effective inventory management practices to minimise stock discrepancies.
Monitor stock levels daily and communicate critical shortages or overstock situations to management.
Team & Process Management
Support and guide warehouse operatives, promoting a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and safety.
Develop and improve warehouse processes, ensuring best practice across all areas of goods handling and storage.
Liaise with production and procurement teams to ensure materials and components are supplied to the manufacturing floor as required.
Administration & Reporting
Maintain accurate records of stock movements, deliveries, dispatches, and returns.
Prepare routine warehouse performance and stock reports for management.
Use warehouse management systems or ERP tools to track, update, and report on inventory.
The Person
Requirements
Minimum 3–5 years' experience
in a warehouse role within a
manufacturing plant
(essential).
Strong working knowledge of goods receiving, order fulfilment, stock control, and warehouse operations.
High level of
attention to detail
with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
Experience in
agriculture or automotive
environments is a strong advantage.
Forklift licence and safe-handling certifications desirable.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with production and management teams.
Must be willing to take a
hands-on role
, including lifting, picking, packing, and manual handling.
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