Salary: £60,000 base salary + benefits
Reporting to: Operations Director
This is an opportunity to join a high-growth, market-leading fresh produce business operating a complex, high-volume operation, supplying major UK retailers through strong, long-standing relationships and a clear focus on product quality.
With significant investment across operations, infrastructure, and people, the business is entering an exciting phase of scale and transformation, operating from a state-of-the-art facility with advanced warehouse layout, operational flow, and software integration.
This is a key leadership hire, sitting on the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), with full ownership of warehouse operations across both on-site and 3PL storage facilities.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role for an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager who can hit the ground running, leading a fast-paced, multi-temperature operation, managing 4 direct reports (Shift Managers), and driving performance, structure, and continuous improvement.
The role goes beyond day-to-day management, playing a critical part in shaping how the operation evolves as the business continues to grow, with a clear pathway to further leadership progression.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead, develop, and manage a team of 4 Shift Managers and wider warehouse operation
Take full ownership of warehouse performance, KPIs, and service levels
Oversee both on-site operations and external 3PL storage relationships
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across processes, systems, and productivity
Ensure high standards across health & safety, compliance, and operational discipline
Operate within a fast-paced environment with 10 high-volume loading bays, ensuring health & safety is prioritised at all times
Optimise picking accuracy, dispatch performance, and stock control
Manage labour planning, rotas, and overall workforce efficiency
Collaborate cross-functionally with production, planning, and commercial teams
Play an active role within the SLT, contributing to wider business strategy
Build a strong performance-led culture, developing future leaders within the team
What’s In It for You
The opportunity to join a high-growth, market-leading fresh produce business operating a complex, high-volume operation
The chance to work within a state-of-the-art facility with advanced warehouse layout, operational flow, and software integration
A senior leadership position sitting on the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
Full ownership of warehouse operations across both on-site and 3PL storage facilities
A clear pathway to further leadership progression as the business continues to scale
Your Background
Proven experience in a Warehouse Operations Manager / Senior Warehouse Manager role
Background within fresh produce, chilled food, or FMCG environments
Strong leadership experience managing large teams through middle management layers
Experience overseeing or working closely with 3PL operations
Track record of driving efficiencies, improving KPIs, and implementing change
Strong understanding of health & safety and operational compliance
Experience within high-volume, fast-paced distribution or food manufacturing environments
Exposure to multi-site or outsourced warehousing models
Natural leader who leads from the front
Highly organised, structured, and results-driven
Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational level
Strong communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and accountability
Join a Business That Invests in You
If you’re looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact, lead from the front, and be part of a high-growth journey, this could be the perfect next step
Salary description
£60000.00 - £60000.00 per year