Warehouse Team Manager
CV-LibraryOldham, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 5 May 2026
Apply NowWarehouse Team Manager | Oldham / Heywood | Retail | £31,600
About the opportunity
We're partnering with a well-established, fast-paced retail logistics operation to recruit a Warehouse Team Leader. This is a great opportunity to step into a people-focused leadership role within a large-scale, highly automated distribution environment.
This role will be split between two sites (Oldham & Heywood) and shifts will be between Monday - Sunday with shifts operating within the hours of 6am - 4:00pm. You'll need to be flexible with start and finish times and be able to support the business with overtime when required.
You'll be responsible for leading a team on shift, driving performance, and creating a culture where people feel engaged, supported, and motivated to deliver.
Responsibilities
Lead, coach and develop your team to deliver operational targets.
Manage attendance and performance in line with company policies.
Ensure high standards of Health & Safety and site housekeeping.
Oversee equipment and facilities, reporting issues and maintaining control systems.
Deliver SLAs efficiently, adapting resources to meet changing demands.
Champion company values, fostering an engaged and positive culture.
Act as a role model for behaviours and cultural standards.
Operate flexibly across departments and sites (Heywood & Shaw).
Drive continuous improvement and support implementation of new processes.
Skills & Experience
Proven leadership experience in warehousing and distribution.
Strong organisational skills with the flexibility to meet business needs.
Proactive, quality-focused approach to service delivery.
Clear, honest communicator who isn't afraid to ask questions.
Collaborative mindset, able to work across all levels.
Trusted with sensitive data, ensuring GDPR compliance
What's on offer
Annual bonus scheme
24 days holiday + bank holidays
Enhanced family leave
Company pension (up to 8% contribution)
Health & wellbeing support + EAP access
Financial wellbeing tools
Staff discount across multiple brands
Subsidised on-site facilities + local discounts
Paid volunteering dayBH35763
About the opportunity
We're partnering with a well-established, fast-paced retail logistics operation to recruit a Warehouse Team Leader. This is a great opportunity to step into a people-focused leadership role within a large-scale, highly automated distribution environment.
This role will be split between two sites (Oldham & Heywood) and shifts will be between Monday - Sunday with shifts operating within the hours of 6am - 4:00pm. You'll need to be flexible with start and finish times and be able to support the business with overtime when required.
You'll be responsible for leading a team on shift, driving performance, and creating a culture where people feel engaged, supported, and motivated to deliver.
Responsibilities
Lead, coach and develop your team to deliver operational targets.
Manage attendance and performance in line with company policies.
Ensure high standards of Health & Safety and site housekeeping.
Oversee equipment and facilities, reporting issues and maintaining control systems.
Deliver SLAs efficiently, adapting resources to meet changing demands.
Champion company values, fostering an engaged and positive culture.
Act as a role model for behaviours and cultural standards.
Operate flexibly across departments and sites (Heywood & Shaw).
Drive continuous improvement and support implementation of new processes.
Skills & Experience
Proven leadership experience in warehousing and distribution.
Strong organisational skills with the flexibility to meet business needs.
Proactive, quality-focused approach to service delivery.
Clear, honest communicator who isn't afraid to ask questions.
Collaborative mindset, able to work across all levels.
Trusted with sensitive data, ensuring GDPR compliance
What's on offer
Annual bonus scheme
24 days holiday + bank holidays
Enhanced family leave
Company pension (up to 8% contribution)
Health & wellbeing support + EAP access
Financial wellbeing tools
Staff discount across multiple brands
Subsidised on-site facilities + local discounts
Paid volunteering dayBH35763