Senior Warehouse Operations Manager
Ref: 20231
London, UK
£70,000 | £350 per day
- Permanent / Contract
- Operational Excellence
- Cost Efficiency
- Team Leadership
About the candidate
The candidate is a seasoned Senior Warehouse Operations Manager with a broad and successful background in site turnaround, continuous improvement, and project delivery across diverse industries such as third-party logistics (3PL), distribution, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), construction, e-commerce, wholesale, logistics, and manufacturing. With a track record of leading large teams (both direct and indirect reports) and managing full Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibilities, the candidate excels in optimising operational efficiencies and employee engagement which lead to significant cost savings and operational improvements.
What makes them great?
- Cost Saving Initiatives: Achieved annual cost savings of over £3 million through strategic restructures and continuous improvement projects.
- Performance Metrics Improvement: Enhanced OTIF by over 10%, improved UPH from roughly 50-55 to over 80 daily, and reduced mispick rates from over 100 a day to single digits per week.
- Employee Satisfaction and Productivity: Designed and implemented reward and recognition schemes that align with business values, significantly improving staff morale and operational outcomes.
Areas of expertise
- Full P&L Management: Exceptional capability in managing budgets, cost control, and financial accountability to drive business profitability and sustainability.
- Operational Efficiency and Continuous Improvement: Proven track record in enhancing processes to boost efficiency, productivity, and performance metrics across various operational units.
- Change Management and Employee Engagement: Skilled in leading change initiatives and fostering a culture of engagement and productivity within large teams.