Assistant Warehouse Manager

Job description

About

Allstaff Manufacturing Division are delighted to bring to the market the role of Assistant Warehouse Manager, based in Renfrew.

We are recruiting an experienced and motivated Assistant Warehouse Manager to support the smooth running of a busy warehouse operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident warehouse professional who enjoys leading teams, improving processes and maintaining high operational standards.

Working closely with the Warehouse Manager, you will help oversee daily activities, coordinate the warehouse team and ensure operations run safely, efficiently and accurately. You will also deputise for the Warehouse Manager when required.

Key Responsibilities

Support the daily management of warehouse operations, including goods-in, storage, picking, packing and despatch.

Supervise, motivate and develop warehouse staff, ensuring workloads and priorities are effectively managed.

Maintain high standards of health and safety, housekeeping and warehouse security.

Monitor stock accuracy, coordinate cycle counts and investigate inventory discrepancies.

Ensure customer orders and internal stock requirements are processed accurately and on schedule.

Monitor warehouse KPIs, productivity and service levels, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Oversee the effective use of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and warehouse equipment.

Support staff training, performance management, attendance and team development.

Work closely with internal departments to resolve operational issues and maintain service standards.

Deputise for the Warehouse Manager, providing leadership and operational continuity when required.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience within warehouse operations, including supervisory, team leader or assistant management experience.

Strong knowledge of goods-in, stock control, inventory management and despatch processes.

Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop warehouse teams.

Experience working with warehouse KPIs and operational performance targets.

Good understanding of warehouse health and safety requirements.

Confident using Warehouse Management Systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.

Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound operational decisions.

A proactive, flexible approach with excellent attention to detail.

Desirable:

Experience within FMCG or manufacturing environments.

ILM Level 3 or equivalent leadership qualification.

Counterbalance or Reach Truck FLT licence, or willingness to undertake training.

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S or continuous improvement techniques.

Experience preparing warehouse reports and analysing KPIs.

IOSH Working Safely or Managing Safely qualification.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 8.30am – 5.00pm

Friday: 8.30am – 4.00pm

Lunch break: 45 minutes

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your warehouse management career, with the chance to develop your leadership skills and contribute to a successful warehouse operation.

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Work Location: In person