Warehouse Manager (FMCG / Back Shift)
Alexander Steele Recruitment - paisley, central scotland
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Warehouse Manager Location: GlasgowReports to: Logistics DirectorHours: Full-time, Back Shift (5pm start)A leading foodservice organisation is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee its Back Shift operations at a busy Glasgow distribution site. This senior role is responsible for managing a large warehouse team, ensuring efficient, accurate, and safe operations throughout the evening and night.About the RoleThe Warehouse Manager – Back Shift will manage the full warehouse function during the late shift, ensuring high standards of productivity, accuracy, and health 'safety. You will lead a sizeable team of operatives and supervisors, maintain tight control of stock movements, and ensure orders are picked and loaded correctly for next-day delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage Back Shift warehouse operations from 5pm onwards.Oversee a team of warehouse operatives and supervisors, ensuring staffing levels meet operational needs.Ensure accurate and efficient picking, packing, loading, and stock handling.Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, and compliance throughout the shift.Monitor performance KPIs and drive continuous improvement.Work collaboratively with the Logistics Director and other operational managers to meet service targets.Ensure stock integrity through accurate recording, investigations, and corrective actions.Lead team training, development, and performance management.Support recruitment and onboarding of warehouse staff.Take responsibility for shift planning, workflow management, and issue resolution.RequirementsProven experience in warehouse management or a senior supervisory role within logistics, distribution, or foodservice.Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and manage a large team.Excellent understanding of warehouse processes, stock control, and operational workflows.Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.Commitment to safety, accuracy, and operational excellence.Flexibility and resilience to manage a late-shift operation starting at 5pm.What We OfferA senior operational role within a respected and growing organisation.The opportunity to lead and shape a key warehouse shift.A supportive workplace culture focused on teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement.If you are a driven warehouse professional with the experience and leadership skills to run a busy Back Shift operation, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Created: 2025-12-13