Warehouse/Distribution Manager - UBT : Job Details

Warehouse Manager - Hands-On Role (SME Sector)

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, plus quarterly bonus share scheme

Benefits: Free food and drink onsite, weekly team lunch, additional day off for your birthday

Are you a hands-on Warehouse Manager with a passion for leading teams and getting things done? We are working with a leading provider of high-quality furniture to educational institutions across the UK, who are seeking a proactive Warehouse Manager to join their dynamic team.

The Company:This company prides itself on delivering exceptional service to schools and educational facilities, helping to create better learning environments. As an SME, every team member plays a crucial role, and your expertise will have a direct impact on the company’s operations. You’ll be leading by example, taking a hands-on approach to warehouse management and ensuring things run smoothly day-to-day.

The Role:As Warehouse Manager, you will be at the core of operations, overseeing a small, close-knit team and ensuring the efficient running of the warehouse. You’ll work closely with the Operations Manager to lead a team of Warehouse Operatives and Delivery Drivers, ensuring orders are picked, packed, and dispatched on time and in excellent condition. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with previous experience in SME warehouse management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead by example: Actively participate in daily operations whilst guiding and motivating your team to meet deadlines.
• Hands-on management: Assign daily tasks, manage stock levels, and oversee logistics operations, including carriers and vans.
• SME mindset: Apply your experience from small-to-medium-sized businesses to drive efficient, flexible operations and prompt decision-making.
• Maintain high standards: Enforce strict health and safety protocols while ensuring the warehouse remains organised and presentable.
• Customer-focused: Ensure orders are packed securely and delivered punctually, enhancing the company’s reputation for exceptional service.
• Security and stock control: Oversee stock management, conduct stock counts, and secure the warehouse at the end of each day.

• A hands-on leader with proven warehouse management experience, ideally within an SME environment.

• Comprehensive knowledge of inventory systems, health and safety regulations, and forklift operation.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
• A natural team player who can provide support, guidance, and motivation to Warehouse Operatives and Delivery Drivers.
• Certifications in forklift operation, first aid, and manual handling are essential.

Why Apply?

• Competitive Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, plus a quarterly bonus share scheme.
• Exclusive Benefits: Free food and drink onsite, weekly team lunch and an additional day off on your birthday.

• Career Impact: Become a key player in a growing SME, where your contributions directly influence the company’s success.
• Dynamic Role: Lead a motivated, close-knit team in a company that values hands-on leadership and initiative.

If you are a Warehouse Manager with a hands-on approach and experience in SME environments, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact in a thriving business.

Apply today to take the lead in this dynamic and rewarding role!