Warehouse Manager

About Hydrokem Aerosols Ltd:Hydrokem Aerosols are located on the Wirral and specialise in the manufacture of aerosol and bag on valve products. We supply to a wide range of market sectors including personal care, healthcare/medical devices, veterinary, household, automotive and technical.Hydrokem Aerosols is a part of Clinimed Holding Limited, a group of companies founded in 1982 following the acquisition and formation of number of additional companies within the group. Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and proactive Warehouse Manager to lead and optimize our warehouse operations. This role is responsible for overseeing the full scope of warehouse activities, including goods in/out, third-party logistics, yard operations, and inventory control. The successful candidate will manage and develop a small team, implement process improvements, and ensure alignment with safety, efficiency, and performance standards. A key focus will be on maintaining accurate stock levels, supporting production, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.Main Duties & Responsibilities:Lead the development of a focused, efficient, and high-performing warehouse operation, covering Goods In, Goods Out, and third-party logistic.Recruit, train, coach, and develop a small, high-performing warehouse team.Identify and implement innovative improvements to existing processes, driving efficiency across all warehouse functions.Create and maintain clear, effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Collaborate closely with the Stock Control and Continuous Improvement teams to deliver a best-in-class warehouse operation.Oversee inventory control processes, ensuring adherence to FIFO and effective stock rotation for optimal stock movement.Support regular inventory counts, including monthly cycle counts and annual full stocktakes.Manage all yard operations efficiently, ensuring safe and streamlined movement of goods.Plan and allocate resources to meet both immediate operational needs and long-term strategic goals.Monitor team performance against defined KPIs and take proactive steps to address performance gaps.Conduct bi-annual performance reviews, identify training needs, and implement development plans for continuous team improvement.Work closely with the Health & Safety Manager to ensure a strong safety culture is maintained across all warehouse activities.Ensure accurate and timely stock availability to support seamless supply to production lines.Personal Specifications:Proven experience as a Warehouse Manager within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Strong track record of successfully leading, managing, and developing high-performing teams.Holds a current FLT licence; FLT Instructor certification is highly desirable, though extensive practical experience is also valued.Demonstrates confidence and flexibility in managing shifting priorities and operational demands.Proficient in using SAGE (or similar ERP systems) to accurately monitor, manage, and report on stock levels.Skilled at identifying inefficiencies and driving process improvements through innovative thinking and continuous improvement initiatives.

Created: 2025-07-21