Warehouse & Logistics Manager

​Warehouse and Logistics Manager
Location: Birmingham
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:00
Salary: £45,000 to £48,000 depending on experience
Benefits: 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, contributory pension scheme

Role Overview
This is a senior operational role overseeing both warehouse and logistics functions. You’ll be responsible for ensuring goods are received, stored and dispatched safely, accurately and efficiently, while improving productivity, stock accuracy and overall service levels. Collaboration across Operations, Procurement, Production and Customer Service is key to maintaining performance and meeting customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead day-to-day warehouse and logistics activities
• Ensure efficient receipt, storage, picking and dispatch of goods
• Oversee stock control systems for accuracy and traceability
• Coordinate outbound transport, courier services and internal stock movements
• Manage and develop the warehouse team, fostering accountability and teamwork
• Monitor performance against KPIs such as stock accuracy, OTIF and cost efficiency
• Identify and implement process improvements using Lean and 5S principles
• Ensure health and safety compliance and safe operating practices
• Manage departmental budgets and drive cost efficiencies
• Maintain relationships with suppliers, couriers and hauliers

About You
You’ll be a confident, hands-on leader who enjoys improving processes and getting the best out of your team. A structured and detail-focused approach, strong communication and a proactive mindset are essential for success in this role.

Essential Experience
• Proven management experience in warehouse, logistics or transport operations
• Strong understanding of stock control, inventory and goods movement processes
• Experience leading and developing operational teams
• Strong planning, communication and analytical skills
• Valid FLT Counterbalance licence

Desirable
• IOSH Managing Safely or CPC (Transport) qualification
• Experience working within a manufacturing or chemical environment
• Familiarity with ERP or WMS platforms (e.g. Sage, SAP, NetSuite)
• ILM or CMI leadership/management qualification