Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager | Stockport | Retail | c.£45k

About the Business

I am partnering with a fast-growing UK retailer operating at scale across both retail and wholesale channels.

I'm looking for a hands-on Warehouse Manager to lead the HQ operation, drive performance, and build a high-impact, high-accountability warehouse culture.

This is a role for someone who loves ownership, thrives on improvement, and wants to make a visible difference from day one.

The Opportunity

You'll take full ownership of day-to-day warehouse operations, leading the team, optimising processes, and ensuring everything runs safely, smoothly, and efficiently in a fast-moving environment.

The business is ready to scale and opening new stores across the UK so a fantastic time to join the business.

What You'll Be Responsible For

???? Warehouse Operations & Logistics

• Lead all daily warehouse activity: goods-in, put-away, picking, packing, dispatch and returns

• Maintain exceptional stock accuracy through cycle counts and reconciliation

• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics with suppliers, couriers and internal teams

• Optimise warehouse layout, workflows and storage to maximise efficiency and throughput

• Ensure all products are handled, stored and transported safely and compliantly

⚠️ Safety, Compliance & Hazardous Goods

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure full UK regulatory compliance

• Oversee the safe storage and handling of regulated and hazardous goods

• Run regular risk assessments, safety audits and equipment checks

• Ensure all staff are trained, competent and working safely at all times

???? Leadership & Team Performance

• Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing warehouse team

• Set clear expectations and proactively manage performance

• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement

• Plan staffing levels, shift patterns and workflows to meet business demand

⚙️ Systems, Processes & Continuous Improvement

• Use WMS and operational systems to drive accuracy and efficiency

• Identify gaps and implement process improvements quickly

• Support operational change projects and warehouse upgrades

• Keep SOPs current, relevant and consistently followed

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a confident, practical leader who enjoys being on the warehouse floor and driving real change.

You'll bring:

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Manager or Senior Supervisor in a fast-paced environment

• Experience working with regulated good would be advantageous

• Strong knowledge of warehouse safety standards and UK compliance requirements

• Confidence using WMS, inventory systems and operational software

• Excellent leadership skills - able to motivate, coach and hold teams accountable

• Strong organisation, problem-solving and decision-making ability

• A mindset focused on improvement, ownership and delivery

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