Head of Warehouse Operations

Head of Warehouse Operations

Full-Time 60000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Jenkins Recruitment Solutions Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and optimise warehouse operations in a fast-paced food distribution environment.
  • Company: Join a successful and growing organisation in the FMCG sector.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on operational performance and lead a dedicated team.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years in senior warehouse leadership with FMCG experience.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 60000 £ per year.

Location: Edmonton, North London

Salary: £60,000 + Benefits

Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Are you an experienced warehouse leader with a background in FMCG or food distribution? Do you thrive in fast‑paced environments and enjoy leading teams to deliver operational excellence? Our client, a successful and growing organisation within the food distribution sector, is seeking a Head of Warehouse Operations to take overall responsibility for warehouse activities across a 24‑hour operation. This is a senior leadership role where you will drive performance, maintain exceptional standards of safety and compliance and ensure outstanding stock accuracy and customer service.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will lead warehouse managers, supervisors and operational teams to ensure all activities are completed efficiently and effectively across multiple shifts. You will be responsible for:

  • Leading all warehouse operations across a 24‑hour cycle
  • Driving high standards of health, safety, hygiene and compliance
  • Managing stock integrity, inventory control and product rotation
  • Ensuring exceptional levels of pick accuracy and customer satisfaction
  • Developing and mentoring supervisory teams to build a high‑performance culture
  • Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs
  • Managing resource planning, staffing levels, annual leave and absence
  • Producing operational reports and monitoring key performance indicators
  • Working collaboratively with transport and senior leadership teams to deliver outstanding operational performance

What We’re Looking For

  • At least 5 years’ experience in a senior warehouse leadership position
  • Significant experience within FMCG, food manufacturing or food distribution environments
  • Proven experience managing large, multi‑functional teams in fast‑paced operations
  • Strong knowledge of stock management, inventory control and warehouse processes
  • Experience using ERP and warehouse management systems
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and influence others
  • A strategic mindset combined with strong attention to operational detail
  • Strong organisational skills and experience managing KPIs and performance metrics

Desirable Qualifications

  • Warehouse & Inventory Management qualification (Level 5)
  • Food Safety & Hygiene qualifications (Level 3 or 4)
  • HACCP certification (Level 3 or 4)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation where you can make a genuine impact on operational performance, lead a dedicated team and play a key role in the continued success of the business.

Jenkins Recruitment Solutions Ltd

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Jenkins Recruitment Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Warehouse Operations

Warehouse Operations Management
FMCG Experience
Food Distribution Knowledge
Health and Safety Compliance
Stock Management
Inventory Control
Product Rotation