p strong Warehouse Logistics Manager /strong /p p strong £45,000 – £50,000 + Bonus | Outskirts of Lancaster /strong /p p br /p p strong Butler Rose Supply Chain is supporting a growing industrial business in the appointment of an experienced Warehouse Logistics Manager. /strong /p p br /p p This is a key leadership role for an operationally strong warehouse professional who can develop people, improve processes and ensure the warehouse and logistics function is equipped to support continued growth. /p p br /p p strong The Role /strong /p p br /p p You’ll take ownership of warehouse, distribution, inventory and logistics performance, combining hands-on leadership with a focus on continuous improvement. /p p br /p p Key Responsibilities /p ul li Lead warehouse and distribution operations, ensuring strong service, quality, productivity and safety. /li li Set and monitor operational KPIs, using data to identify issues and deliver improvements. /li li Lead, coach and develop the warehouse team, creating clear expectations and a culture of accountability. /li li Improve warehouse layout, workflows, storage and handling processes to increase efficiency and capacity. /li li Maintain accurate inventory and effective stock controls, with a focus on reducing excess and ageing stock. /li li Manage the WMS and support its integration with wider ERP systems, including future upgrades and improvements. /li li Ensure operational procedures are clear, current and consistently followed. /li li Manage relationships with 3PL, haulage and distribution partners, balancing service, cost and resilience. /li li Support transport and route planning activity where required. /li li Control warehouse expenditure and identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce waste. /li li Maintain high standards of health safety, housekeeping, equipment and regulatory compliance. /li li Plan warehouse resources and capacity around current requirements and future business growth. /li li Work with wider business teams to deliver operational projects and improvements. /li /ul p br /p p strong About You /strong /p p You’ll ideally have: /p ul li Proven experience managing warehouse, logistics or distribution operations, ideally within industrial, manufacturing, FMCG or supply environments. /li li Strong knowledge of warehouse processes, WMS, inventory control and operational improvement. /li li A track record of improving performance through people, process, systems or layout changes. /li li Strong leadership skills, including coaching, performance management and team development. /li li Commercial awareness across budgets, suppliers, service levels and operational risk. /li li Excellent problem-solving, planning and organisational skills. /li li Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. /li li Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel. /li /ul p strong Desirable: /strong Microsoft Business Central or similar ERP experience, transport/route planning knowledge, and degree-level education or equivalent experience. /p p br /p p strong Benefits - /strong /p p 25 days annual leave + Banks /p p Company Bonus /p p br /p p The Opportunity /p p This is a chance to take real ownership of a growing operation, influence how the warehouse develops and make a visible impact across people, systems and performance. /p
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