Warehouse Manager

We are looking for a highly experienced and motivated Warehouse Manager to join a thriving business who supply the automotive sector, located just outside Banbury, in Chipping Warden. This is a hands-on role, leading and supporting a team of up to 15 staff while ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the warehouse. You will play a key role in fostering a positive, collaborative team culture and maintaining high operational standards. Responsibilities will include overseeing Goods In, Despatch, Storage, Inventory Management, Warehouse Health & Safety, and the effective management of warehouse equipment. This is a full-time, permanent position, typically working Monday to Thursday 9.30 am to 6.00 pm and Friday 9.15 am to 5.15 pm. The role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 to £40,000, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities for the Warehouse Manager:

Monitor daily warehouse performance against KPIs and report to the Operations Manager Engage with the team to identify bottlenecks and implement effective solutions Maintain accurate inventory in SAP, investigating and resolving stock discrepancies Oversee stock counts, ensuring full annual coverage and leading external audits Manage goods-in discrepancies in collaboration with Purchasing and Finance Resolve stock issues and implement corrective actions with the warehouse team Optimise warehouse space and manage capacity proactively Oversee overtime, attendance, and holiday approvals in line with HR policies Foster positive employee relations and manage day-to-day team matters Lead investigations into performance, conduct, attendance, and workplace issues Ensure staff are fully trained, with up-to-date Health & Safety compliance records Monitor performance, conduct reviews, and implement improvement plans Accurately calculate and manage monthly bonus payments Develop SOPs and policies to support a strong safety culture Maintain up-to-date risk assessments and enforce safe working practices Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence Support warehouse improvement projects and ad-hoc initiatives Work with internal teams on a daily basis Work additional hours as required to meet business needs

Key Skills Required for the Warehouse Manager:

Strong warehouse management experience Experience warehouse systems ideally SAP including PBV and RF Scanning Experience in motivating and managing a small team Competent in Microsoft Office Adaptable in a changing environment with a flexible approach Experience in managing best practice in H&S and warehouse procedures Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Confident communicator Able to work in a fast paced pressurised environment Excellent analytical, reporting and presenting skills Forklift experience Own transport essential due to location

What’s in it for you?

Salary £35,000 to £40,000 Monday to Friday 25 days holiday Training and development Modern facilities Free parking