Location: Greater Manchester
Type: Full-time, On-site
About the Role
I am currently supporting a scale up retail and distribution business who are looking for a hands-on Warehouse Front Line Manager to support the day-to-day running of a busy fulfilment and distribution operation.
There are multiple roles on offer and roles will involve rotating shift patterns working on a 4 on 3 off basis. Applicants must be able to work on an early shift and a night shift which will include weekends (44 hours per week).
Working closely with site leadership, you will help coordinate workflows, supervise teams, manage attendance and performance, and ensure operational targets are delivered safely and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys leading from the front in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support the smooth running of daily operational workflows
Allocate tasks and monitor progress against priorities
Identify and escalate operational issues and bottlenecks
Assist with planning during peak periods and high-volume activity
Manage rota accuracy, attendance, and timekeeping records
Provide first-line supervision and support to operational teams
Conduct performance, attendance, and conduct conversations where required
Reinforce operational standards, productivity expectations, and safe working practices
Escalate staffing, performance, or operational concerns appropriately
Support compliance with company procedures and operational controls
Maintain accurate records and reporting
About You
Previous experience in a Team Leader, Supervisor, or similar operational leadership role
Experience within warehousing, logistics, distribution, fulfilment, or other fast-paced operational environments
Strong organisational and coordination skills
Experience managing rotas, attendance, and workflow planning
Confident providing performance feedback and managing day-to-day team issues
Good IT skills and strong attention to detail
Proactive, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment
Only applicants with RTW in the UK will be considered
Desirable
Experience using workforce management or HR systems
Experience in regulated or process-driven environments
Exposure to high-volume operational settings
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and quality
What We Offer
Salary c £35k
Pension scheme
Health and wellbeing support
Employee discount programme
Career development opportunities
A collaborative, fast-paced working environment with clear progression opportunities
If you are an organised and motivated leader who enjoys driving performance and supporting teams to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
BBBH: 36537
Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year