Warehouse And Site Manager in Winchester

Salary Range: £33,178 - £36,369 per annum

Work Location: Bar End, Winchester

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 2 August 2026

Interview Date: 17 August 2026

The Role: As the Warehouse and Site Manager for County Supplies, you will lead a team to ensure the warehouse operates safely, efficiently and in line with compliance requirements. You will oversee stock integrity, drive operational performance and work closely with internal stakeholders to support service delivery. Using strong leadership and coaching skills, you will develop a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture, promoting employee wellbeing, customer service and continuous improvement.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the day-to-day warehouse operation, ensuring service standards, productivity targets and stock accuracy are consistently achieved.
• Manage and develop a high-performing team through effective workforce planning, recruitment, training, performance management and wellbeing support.
• Drive operational efficiency by optimising warehouse layouts, resources and processes, while coordinating priorities with key internal stakeholders.
• Take the lead on Health, Safety and compliance across the site, promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring adherence to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Oversee site risk management, including audits, inspections, contractor management, incident investigations, facilities compliance and business continuity planning.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience delivering productivity, performance, and service targets within an operational environment.
• Experience managing warehouse operations would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong people leadership skills, with experience developing, motivating and supporting teams to achieve their full potential.
• Sound knowledge of health, safety and compliance requirements.
• Confident using operational data and systems to monitor performance, identify improvements and drive operational efficiency.
• An organised and proactive approach, with excellent communication skills, a commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for creating a positive and safe working environment.

Make a real impact - play a key role in leading County Supplies' warehouse operation, ensuring the efficient delivery of services that support communities across the county. Lead and develop a dedicated team - shape a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture, with the opportunity to coach, support and develop the team. Drive improvement and innovation - take ownership of warehouse performance, safety and compliance, while helping to identify and implement improvements that enhance efficiency and service delivery.

Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Travel Requirements: You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire, and it is essential that you have a current drivers' licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

Please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

Want to see what it’s like? We welcome prospective applicants to visit the warehouse before applying. To arrange a visit, please contact Richard Newport using the details below. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK.