Head of Warehouse Automation - Loom Talent Limited : Job Details

Role: Head of Warehouse Automation

Company: Leading 3PL Provider

Location: UK Wide / Midlands Preference

Salary: £100,000 to £120,000 + Car / Allowance, Bonus & Benefits

Do you have a passion for innovation, network design and cutting edge warehouse automation? If so, we might have just the opportunity for you!

The Role

Loom Talent have been exclusively engaged to source a Head of Warehouse Automation role, working for a well established, reputable, growing 3PL firm. This person will assume responsibility for the groups UK Solutions Design Automation & Innovation strategy, Capex investment and leadership of the internal department.

The Head of Warehouse Automation will be at the forefront of warehouse biased automation projects, collaborating with industry-leading manufacturers, integrators and internal DC based site teams - whilst ensuring the customer themselves feel at the heart of bespoke, futuristic and cutting-edge solutions. Your expertise will help drive efficiency throughout your team and transform the way the company operates.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess current warehouse operations and work flows to identify improvement opportunities.
• Analyse customer requirements, including operational data and tender documentation.
• Identify and propose opportunities for automation and process enhancement.
• Develop tailored automation strategies and solutions to meet the unique needs of each warehouse.
• Design warehouse solutions, considering the latest technology, automation options, and industry best practices. This includes:
  • Warehouse processes
  • Layouts
  • Equipment
  • IT integration
• Provide detailed financial and operational comparisons for alternative solutions, including risk assessments.
• Prepare tender response documents and deliver compelling presentations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, operations, logistics) to ensure smooth implementation of automation technologies.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of automation solutions post-implementation, making adjustments where required.
• Stay updated on advancements and trends in warehouse automation to continuously bring innovative ideas to the table.

The Candidate

• A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain background - Essential.
• To be Degree educated, with a field preference of Logistics, Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering -Advantageous.
• A minimum of 7+ years leadership experience in automated solutions design or operational warehouse automation project capacity - Essential.
• A strong delivery background in design and implementation of automation solutions - Essential.
• In-depth knowledge of automation technologies (e.g. AMR's, AGV's, Robotics, AI, Conveyor Systems) - Essential.
• Continuous Improvement / Lean Six Sigma knowledge - Advantageous.
• Technically proficient using advanced Microsoft Office Excel functionality (macros; pivot tables; data links; lookups; etc.) with the ability to deal with complex data management - Essential.
• Ability to use warehouse / automation simulation tools e.g. CLASS - Advantageous.
• Confident communicating with Senior Management, Key Stakeholders and customers up to and including Board Level - Essential.
• Exceptional project management and problem-solving skills, whilst capable of working under pressure to meet critical deadlines and complete objectives - Essential.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities - Essential.
• To have the ability to travel UK wide, with a preference of being based from Head Office (Leicestershire) for 2 x days per week -Essential.

The Package

• Salary - £100,000 to £120,000.
• Company Car / Car Allowance (£10k)
• Company Bonus scheme.
• 25 Days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays.
• Enhanced Company Pension scheme.
• A hybrid working pattern.
• Career advancement in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.