Warehouse Manager Location: BedfordHours: 9am-5pm, Monday to FridayContract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract - Immediate Start Salary: £43,000 - £48,000 Depending on Experience Are you an experienced Warehouse Manager looking for an opportunity to lead and inspire a dedicated team? We’re seeking a motivated professional to join our client’s team for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers a mix of operational oversight and hands-on involvement, ensuring the warehouse runs smoothly while maintaining high standards of service, compliance, and safety. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the day-to-day management of warehouse operations. Troubleshoot operational challenges to ensure efficiency. Identify and address resource gaps proactively. Monitor and improve team performance, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time. Encourage teamwork, continuous improvement, and cost savings while maintaining quality. Set, monitor, and report on KPIs. Maintain accurate warehouse records, including WMS data, SOPs, and risk assessments. Ensure goods are transported, received, stored, and dispatched in compliance with processes and legislation. Provide training and guidance to your team on new and updated procedures. Promote a safe working environment and adherence to health and safety policies. Attend and contribute to management meetings, site inspections, and audits. Manage budgets, cost centres, and invoice reconciliation. Requirements: At least 2 years’ experience in a similar Warehouse Manager role with a proven track record of performance. Strong leadership skills to lead, mentor, and motivate your team. Proficiency in inventory management and quality control. Experience in handling investigations and performance meetings. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. The ability to multitask, problem-solve, and prioritise workloads. Strong communication and numeracy skills with a good command of English. Proficiency in using WMS and/or ERP systems and MS Office, especially Word and Excel. Awareness of health and safety standards and regulations. A friendly, outgoing personality and a proactive attitude. Knowledge of international shipping.