Job Description

Commercial Storage Manager

Reports to: Commercial Director

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Commercial Storage Manager to take ownership of both the sales and operational management of our commercial storage services. This role combines business development with day-to-day warehouse oversight. You will be responsible for identifying new customers, selling storage solutions, negotiating contracts, and ensuring a high standard of service delivery for stored palletised goods.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify and pursue new business opportunities for commercial pallet storage services. Proactively sell storage capacity to both new and existing customers. Prepare, present, and negotiate storage proposals and pricing based on client needs. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts to encourage long-term partnerships and repeat business. Achieve monthly and annual revenue targets for storage services. Draft and manage storage contracts, ensuring all terms and SLAs are clearly defined and met. Provide tailored solutions to customers based on space availability and operational capability. Coordinate the efficient intake, handling, storage, and dispatch of goods. Ensure effective space utilisation and warehouse layout planning to maximise capacity and profit. Monitor inventory accuracy and ensure all goods are properly recorded in the WMS. Report regularly to senior management on sales performance, storage capacity, and customer activity. Work collaboratively with other departments including transport, finance, and customer service to ensure integrated service delivery. Lead a small team or coordinate with warehouse staff dedicated to commercial storage functions. Provide training, support, and guidance to ensure high performance and adherence to procedures.

Key Skills & Experience:

Proven experience in commercial storage or warehouse management, ideally within a pallet network or third-party logistics (3PL) environment. Strong understanding of palletised freight, warehousing systems, and storage pricing models. Commercial acumen with experience in client negotiation and contract management. Familiarity with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and inventory control processes. Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Leadership capabilities with a hands-on, proactive approach Benefits Enhanced holiday entitlement with service up to 33 days including bank holidays Medicash Plan providing cashback on your day-to-day health treatments. Complementary Employee Assist programme providing wellbeing, and Financial guidance Store discounts from weekly shopping to big purchases Funded annual company event for you and your partner Opportunity to receive Game Changer awards of 100 Double your annual salary in life insurance Free hot food and drink events throughout the year Additional Payment for 1st Aiders Long Service Awards Employee of the Year award worth 1000 Training opportunities for career development
About Us

Walkers Transport offers a complete solution for the daily management and delivery of palletised goods, they provide bespoke transport and storage solutions to businesses who demand only the best for their customers.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person