Warehouse Manager

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a large and growing company in the ceramics manufacturing industry. The employer has strong warehouse and distribution operations and is looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager to join their team.

About the Role

The Warehouse Manager will take full responsibility for the daily warehouse operations. This includes receiving, storing and dispatching stock, managing staff, and making sure everything runs safely and efficiently.

This is a hands-on role for someone who understands warehouse work and can lead a team on the floor. Must have ceramics experience

Key Responsibilities Warehouse Operations

• Ensure all stock is received, stored and dispatched correctly and on time

• Check quantities and make sure records are accurate

• Organise stock in the correct locations according to warehouse layout

• Monitor daily warehouse activities and prevent stock loss or theft

Process Improvement

• Look at current warehouse processes and improve efficiency

• Identify problems and fix delays or bottlenecks

• Help improve overall warehouse performance

Safety & Housekeeping

• Ensure the warehouse is clean, safe and well organised (6S standards)

• Do regular safety checks and report any risks

• Make sure fire and safety rules are followed at all times

• Train staff on safety and correct working procedures

Damage Control

• Monitor damaged stock and reduce losses

• Investigate reasons for damages and put solutions in place

• Work towards company targets for reducing damages

Team Management

• Manage, train and support warehouse staff

• Monitor performance and ensure productivity

• Handle staff issues, discipline and development

Minimum Requirements Education

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Business (advantage)

Experience

• Minimum 4 years of warehouse experience

• At least 2 years in a supervisory or management role

Skills

• Good understanding of warehouse operations

• Experience with stock systems / WMS

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Good problem-solving ability

• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Good communication skills

What We Are Looking For

• Hands-on warehouse leader

• Strong attention to detail

• Reliable and organised

• Able to improve systems and processes

• Safety-focused mindset