Job Description

Warehouse and Materials Manager

G&H Torquay, Devon

Competitive Salary on offer DOE

G&H Torquay is a leader in fibre optic, photonic, and modular system technologies. We are looking for a Warehouse and Manufacturing Manager to oversee all goods-in, stores, and despatch operations. This role is key to maintaining stock accuracy and traceability, ensuring that production lines and customers receive the right materials at the right time, delivered in the most cost-effective manner.

Your responsibilities will include:

Ensure Health & Safety compliance, drive improvements, and minimise risks

Lead, manage, and develop the warehouse and materials team (Stores Operatives, Material Controllers, Export Officer)

Manage staffing levels, recruitment, appraisals, performance, and overtime approvals

Deliver departmental KPIs, including cycle counts, kitting, booking in, put-away, and picking targets

Analyse and improve warehouse efficiency and stock accuracy

Investigate stock discrepancies and implement corrective actions

Optimise warehouse layout, storage, and stock control systems

Oversee forklift truck and racking maintenance and inspections

Identify and implement system and process improvements, including barcoding and 6S initiatives

Drive supply chain improvement projects (e.g., VMI, consignment stock, Kanban, min/max systems)

Ensure compliance with AS9100 standards and customs regulations for despatch operations

Support budget management and identify cost-saving opportunities

Maintain and document departmental processes, training, and skills matrices

Collaborate across departments to support revenue, inventory, and on-time delivery goals

Attend relevant meetings and report regularly to management

Carry out additional tasks as needed to meet departmental objectives

What We're Looking For:

Personal Attributes

A safety conscious approach to work Positive attitude towards continuous improvement. Good communication skills at all levels. Able to be accountable and deliver results. Attention to detail. Customer focused. Proven ability to manage others.

Skills & Experience

Forklift truck license desirable 3+ years' experience of managing stores in a manufacturing environment Knowledge and experience of working with MRP (Syspro or equivalent) Strong communication and organisational skills Understanding of quality management systems in aerospace and medical industries Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office applications Project management skills Excellent problem-solving skills Knowledge of export processes and documentation Forklift truck license desirable

Our Benefits Package

25 days holiday + bank holidays (Rising with long service)

6% employer pension contribution

Company bonus scheme

Health Cash Plan

Ongoing training & career development

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person