Warehouse & Logistics Manager
* Based in Esher
* £40,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience) + Bonus (worth up to 20% of basic salary)
* 37.5 hours per week
* Very generous contributory pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
* Critical Illness Cover (equivalent to one year's salary).
* Income Protection Scheme (75% of salary payable after 13 weeks of continuous sickness absence, subject to scheme rules).
* Death in Service benefit (three times annual salary).
* Healthcare cashback scheme covering optical, hearing, physiotherapy, prescription charges and other everyday healthcare expenses.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the day-to-day warehouse operation, ensuring the smooth receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods.
* Lead, motivate, and develop the warehouse team to achieve operational targets.
* Monitor and report on warehouse KPIs, identifying opportunities for improvement.
* Oversee inbound and outbound logistics to ensure efficiency and customer service standards are met.
* Coordinate continuous improvement projects to enhance warehouse performance and productivity.
* Manage import and export activities, ensuring compliance with customs and regulatory requirements.
* Prepare, monitor, and control departmental budgets.
* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company policies.
* Maintain accurate stock control and inventory management processes.
* Work collaboratively with internal departments to ensure seamless operational performance.
* Produce operational reports and management information as required.
* Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.
Essential Experience
Minimum of five years' experience in warehouse or logistics management.
Proven experience managing warehouse teams within a fast-paced environment.
Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management and logistics.
Experience managing budgets and operational performance.
Knowledge of import and export procedures.
Excellent understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP systems (SAP experience advantageous).
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
Skills & Competencies
* Strong leadership and people management skills.
* Excellent organisational and planning ability.
* Analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Commercial awareness.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to make informed decisions under pressure.
* Continuous improvement mindset.
* Results-driven with strong attention to detail