Job reference
Jo00000000020_1781545510
Company Name
Salary
Benefits
Location
OX16 1BA
Industry sector
Transport, Logistics
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
01/09/2026
Posted date
15/06/2026
Closing date
06/07/2026
We are looking for a highly experienced and motivated Warehouse Manager to join a thriving business who supply the automotive sector, located just outside Banbury, in Chipping Warden. This is a hands-on role, leading and supporting a team of up to 15 staff while ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the warehouse. You will play a key role in fostering a positive, collaborative team culture and maintaining high operational standards. Responsibilities will include overseeing Goods In, Despatch, Storage, Inventory Management, Warehouse Health & Safety, and the effective management of warehouse equipment. This is a full-time, permanent position, typically working Monday to Thursday 9.30 am to 6.00 pm and Friday 9.15 am to 5.15 pm. The role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.
Key Responsibilities for the Warehouse Manager:
* Monitor daily warehouse performance against KPIs and report to the Operations Manager
* Engage with the team to identify bottlenecks and implement effective solutions
* Maintain accurate inventory in SAP, investigating and resolving stock discrepancies
* Oversee stock counts, ensuring full annual coverage and leading external audits
* Manage goods-in discrepancies in collaboration with Purchasing and Finance
* Resolve stock issues and implement corrective actions with the warehouse team
* Optimise warehouse space and manage capacity proactively
* Oversee overtime, attendance, and holiday approvals in line with HR policies
* Foster positive employee relations and manage day-to-day team matters
* Lead investigations into performance, conduct, attendance, and workplace issues
* Ensure staff are fully trained, with up-to-date Health & Safety compliance records
* Monitor performance, conduct reviews, and implement improvement plans
* Accurately calculate and manage monthly bonus payments
* Develop SOPs and policies to support a strong safety culture
* Maintain up-to-date risk assessments and enforce safe working practices
* Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
* Support warehouse improvement projects and ad-hoc initiatives
* Work with internal teams on a daily basis
* Work additional hours as required to meet business needs
Key Skills Required for the Warehouse Manager:
* Strong warehouse management experience
* Experience warehouse systems ideally SAP including PBV and RF Scanning
* Experience in motivating and managing a small team
* Competent in Microsoft Office
* Adaptable in a changing environment with a flexible approach
* Experience in managing best practice in H&S and warehouse procedures
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
* Confident communicator
* Able to work in a fast paced pressurised environment
* Excellent analytical, reporting and presenting skills
* Forklift experience
* Own transport essential due to location
What's in it for you?
* Competitive salary
* Monday to Friday
* 25 days holiday
* Training and development
* Modern facilities
* Free parking