Warehouse General Manager - 3PL Contract Logistics (Multi-User)

Role: Warehouse General Manager - 3PL Contract Logistics (Multi-User)Company: Leading European 3PL Contract Logistics Provider (New Site Start Up)Location: Bedfordshire (MK43). Salary & Benefits: £75,000 - £85,000 + Car / Allowance & Package. The CompanyLoom Talent Limited have been retained by an established European 3PL Contract Logistics provider, who have a primary focus on delivering unrivalled levels of service and innovative warehousing solutions across the UK.This organisation operate in 11 European countries with a workforce spanning 6,000 employees with the UK business boasting an already impressive customer portfolio spanning; Retail, E-Commerce, Fashion and FMCG.This role will head up both a new DC in the UK network whilst also controlling the geographical region. The Role The Warehouse General Manager - 3PL Contract Logistics (Multi-User) will play a critical role in leading all activities across a new UK DC operation in Bedfordshire, operating within a new Multi-User, Open & Closed Book, 400,000+ sq. ft. site. This position is a truly exciting opportunity for an experienced logistics professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesReporting Line: Reporting to the Sector Business Unit Director.Operational Leadership: Provide strategic leadership and direction for all operational activities, including warehousing, distribution, strategy, continuous improvement and projects.Team Management: Lead and develop a high-performing, collective site operational team (up to 250+ employees) through managerial direct reports.Client Relationships: Build and maintain an already impressive, strong customer relationship base, ensuring ongoing satisfaction.Commercial Responsibility & Budget Management: Develop and manage the operational site budget in excess of £20m, ensuring financial objectives are achieved while maintaining service & quality.Performance Metrics: Continue to evolve the organisational approach to KPI's, whilst ensuring existing and new site standardisation.Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety standards, and industry best practice.Process Optimisation: Continuously evaluate and improve operational processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.Innovation: Support the business appetite to drive innovation, Automation & Robotics along with the adoption of new technologies to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.Supplier Relationships: Manage UK commercial relationships with customers, suppliers and third-party service providers to ensure timely and cost-effective services. The CandidateThe successful candidate for the Warehouse General Manager - 3PL Contract Logistics (Multi-User) opportunity will have the following skills and experiences: A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential.A minimum of 5+ years General Manager / Senior General Manager / Regional General Manager / Head of Operations or even Operations Director experience - Essential. Proven 3PL Multi-User experience required - Essential.Previous budgetary responsibility across medium to large sized DC operations in excess of £20m - Essential.Awareness to Semi-Automation & Robotics - AMR's, AGV's - Advantageous.Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams - Essential.Prior commercial knowledge of the UK logistics and warehousing market - Essential.An individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges - Essential.Commutable to Bedfordshire area 5 x days per week - Essential. The PackageSalary - £75,000 to £85,000.Company Car / Car Allowance. Company Bonus Scheme.25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays.Pension Contributions.Family Private Health Care.Annual Salary Life Assurance.Plus, additional company benefits.

Created: 2025-08-01