Operations Manager

Streamline Search
Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2DL, United Kingdom
Last month
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Operations Manager - Warehouse & Logistics

£45,000 - £55,000 + Benefits

Full-Time, Permanent (Mon-Fri, 08:30 - 17:30)

Benefits

25 days holiday +1 day for every 2 years up to a maximum of 3 days

Ability to buy more holiday after probation period

Company pension

5% Salary bonus reviewed Quarterly based on performance

4x Salary life Insurance

Cycle to work schemeCompany Overview

Our client is a well-established and growing organisation operating within the medical sector, supplying high-quality healthcare products across the UK and international markets. The business is committed to innovation, compliance, and operational excellence, and this role forms a key part of the senior leadership team.

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of a busy warehouse and distribution facility. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient operations across goods-in, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch, while maintaining high standards of health & safety, stock accuracy, and site security.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations

Manage daily warehouse activities including goods-in, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch

Ensure accurate and timely order fulfilment to meet customer expectations

Optimise warehouse layout and processes to improve efficiency and space utilisation

Stock Control

Maintain accurate stock levels through cycle counts and stocktakes

Investigate and resolve discrepancies

Drive continuous improvement in stock management processesHealth & Safety

Ensure full compliance with H&S legislation and company policies

Conduct risk assessments, audits, and site inspections

Promote a strong safety culture across the teamSite Security

Act as key holder, responsible for opening and closing the site

Ensure security of premises, stock, and company assets

Respond to alarm callouts where requiredTeam Leadership

Supervise, motivate, and develop warehouse staff

Provide training, guidance, and performance management

Support recruitment and onboarding of new team membersCompliance & Continuous Improvement

Support and maintain ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001)

Ensure compliance with relevant UK healthcare standards

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and operational best practiceRequirements

Proven experience in warehouse or operations management

Strong understanding of warehouse processes, logistics, and stock control

Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations

Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills

IT literate with experience using ERP or warehouse systems

Must live within 30 minutes of Tunbridge Wells (key holder requirement)Desirable

Experience within a regulated industry (e.g., medical devices, healthcare, pharmaceuticals)

Familiarity with ISO standards

First Aid or Fire Marshal certification

Degree or equivalent qualification

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