Job Description

Company: B.I. (Europe) Limited

Job Title: Warehouse Manager

Location: Loughborough

What's in it for me?

Joining us means we're committing to your future career. We believe in supporting our people's skills and developing internally. We will offer you:

Competitive Salary - Paid Weekly

32 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Continuous training provided using world class manufacturing tools and equipment.

Competitive pension scheme

A refer-a-friend scheme (that gives you money for successfully recommending people to join us)

Fun, friendly and supportive working environment

Full time and permanent Role

Set working hours.

Free onsite parking, excellent transport links to the City Centre, Leicester, Nottingham, and Derby

Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week/8 hours per day

Who are we?

B.I Europe's global reputation extends over 40 years where we have been designing, developing, and producing Harrisons Sauces to a wide range of market sectors. Working closely with some of the world's leading markets including transport, retail, and food service we enable the manufacture of better products.

Our offices are based in Loughborough, in the heart of the UK with easy access to Leicester, Derby and Nottingham. We have 95 employees and are growing rapidly!

More than half of our multicultural team have been with us for more than 7 years. Our goal is to work together, keep the lines running and being proud of the high-quality products we produce. We have fun, support each other, and work hard.

We are the holder of the globally recognised BRC Certificate (Higher) for food safety and product quality.

Position Summary

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of warehouse operations, ensuring the efficient, accurate, and safe receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods. This role includes managing inventory, supervising staff, enforcing safety and compliance standards, and continuously improving warehouse processes to meet operational targets.

Reporting directly to the Factory Operations Manager , the Warehouse Manager plays a critical role in expediting the supply chain of the company's products. Key responsibilities include managing incoming shipments, organising and storing inventory, and ensuring timely dispatch of goods to customers and end-users. Ultimately, the Warehouse Manager is accountable for driving operational excellence within the distribution centre.

Main Duties/Responsibilities

Leadership & Staff Management

Report directly to the Factory Operations Manager Manage warehouse staff, including recruitment, training, team building, task assignment, and performance monitoring. Motivate and lead the team to achieve picking and performance targets. Ensure adherence to company policies, including the "clean as you go" policy.

Inventory & Order Management

Oversee stock control, rotation, and accuracy through computerized inventory and retrieval systems. Monitor stock levels and optimize warehouse space for efficient storage. Ensure timely and accurate order picking, packing, and dispatch of finished goods. Maintain up-to-date records of all stock movements and ensure all daily orders are completed.

Process Optimization & Systems Management

Identify opportunities to improve warehouse processes and implement enhancements for increased efficiency. Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) to streamline operations and maintain accurate data. Update internal systems daily and accurately to reflect warehouse activities.

Safety, Hygiene & Compliance

Enforce health and safety regulations and maintain a clean, safe working environment. Conduct inspections of delivered goods and document checks in accordance with HACCP and other regulatory requirements. Oversee hygiene, cleanliness, and safety in warehouse welfare facilities, including toilets and rest areas. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and company standards.

Distribution & Logistics

Oversee the distribution, handling, and pallet control of goods. Act as the main point of contact for distribution services, including booking with customers and suppliers. Ensure efficient coordination of deliveries and dispatches to meet customer expectations.

Customer & Financial Management

Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure timely and accurate order fulfilment. Address and resolve any delivery or inventory issues professionally.

Required Essential Skills and Qualification

Previous experience in a similar role and sector

Five years plus experience in warehousing and supply chain logistics

Experience in distribution law, space optimisation and warehouse layout.

Warehouse management software expertise

Have full licence for FLT or RHT

Required Personal Attributes

Good communication skills, both written and verbal

Great attention to detail

Quick learner with the ability to follow continuous training.

Reliable, Flexible with a positive attitude

Team player but also able to work on their own initiative.

Ability to work under pressure and within certain timeframes.

Organised and confident

This job description defines the overall purpose of the job, the key tasks and end results required to fulfil the purpose of the role. This job description is subject to periodic revision and not limited to the duties above.

We hope to respond to all applicants, however due to the large volume of applications we receive we will only contact you should you be successful for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Experience:

Warehouse management: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Forklift Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Warehouse Manager