Head of Warehouse Operations

Senior Warehouse Operations Manager
Location: Luton
Salary: £70,000-75,000 + Benefits
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Are you an experienced senior Warehouse Operations Manager ready to take the next step into a strategic leadership role?

We're working with an established and ambitious distribution business that is continuing to invest in growth and technology. They are now looking for a Senior Warehouse Operations Manager to take overall accountability for their warehouse and drive operational excellence across the function.

The Role

As Senior Warehouse Operations Manager, you will:

• Take full responsibility for the effective running of warehouse operations - including goods in, storage, picking, and dispatch.
• Lead, inspire, and develop a team of Warehouse Managers and supervisors to deliver high standards of performance, engagement, and service.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and quality standards are always met.
• Drive continuous improvement, lean processes, and efficiency gains across the function.
• Champion the use of automation and technology to improve accuracy, productivity, and ROI.
• Work closely with customer service, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless end-to-end operations.

About You

We're looking for a confident, hands-on leader who has:

• A proven track record in senior warehouse or operations leadership roles.
• Strong experience in goods in, picking, dispatch, and warehouse optimisation.
• Exposure to warehouse automation and technology-driven improvements.
• A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to coach and develop large operational teams.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety, compliance, and quality systems.
• Experience of working in fast-paced, complex warehouse or manufacturing environments.
• Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience would be a strong advantage.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership role with the autonomy to shape the warehouse function, embed best practice, and drive growth. You'll join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Apply now to take your next step in senior warehouse leadership.