Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager
Gillingham, Kent
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm
£35-40,000

A hands-on leadership opportunity within a friendly, family-feel business
We're delighted to be partnering with a well-established, growing business in Gillingham to recruit an experienced Warehouse Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with a genuinely friendly, laidback culture. A close-knit team environment where people are supported, trusted, and encouraged to take ownership. You'll work closely with the Directors and be given real autonomy to shape and improve the warehouse operation.

The Role - 60% Operational, 40% Coordination & Admin
This is a true hands-on management role. Approximately 60% of your time will be spent on the warehouse floor, leading from the front across goods in, picking, packing, dispatch, and stock control.
The remaining 40% of the role focuses on coordination and administration, including:

Invoicing and raising delivery documentation
Scheduling logistics and liaising with couriers
Managing stock systems, cycle counts, and discrepancies
Reviewing and improving processes and procedures
You'll take full responsibility for an 11,000 sq ft warehouse operation and lead a team of six.

Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations

Oversee day-to-day goods in, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch
Ensure orders are accurate and delivered on time
Maintain efficient layout and space utilisation
Drive continuous improvement across processesTeam Leadership

Lead, motivate, and support a team of 6
Allocate workload and manage daily staffing levels
Conduct training and performance management
Promote a calm, supportive, safety-first cultureStock & Logistics

Manage stock movements, cycle counts, and stock takes
Investigate and resolve discrepancies
Manage relationships with carriers and handle delivery issuesHealth & Safety

Ensure compliance with H&S legislation and company policies
Maintain safe use of forklifts, racking, and equipmentThe Ideal Candidate
We're looking for a strong decision maker with a calm, supportive leadership style and excellent people skills.
You will bring:

Proven warehouse management or supervisory experience
A passion for leading and developing teams
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Confidence using warehouse systems
Forklift experience (Counterbalance and Reach Truck preferred)
Why This Role?

Genuine autonomy and ownership
Direct exposure to senior leadership
Opportunity to improve systems and processes
Stable Monday-Friday hours
Supportive, down-to-earth culture
If you're a hands-on Warehouse Manager who enjoys building strong teams, improving operations, and making confident decisions - we'd love to speak with you