Warehouse Lead

We are seeking a hands-on Warehouse Lead to manage our UK warehouse operations within a small, fast-paced team. Working alongside one Warehouse Operative, this is a varied role combining warehouse management, stock control, shipping, and equipment calibration/configuration. This is not just a picking/packing role - you'll take full ownership of the warehouse and drive efficiency improvements.,

• Manage daily warehouse operations and inventory
• Receive, check, store, pick, pack, and dispatch goods
• Process shipments using courier systems and ERP
• Maintain accurate stock levels and perform cycle counts
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies
• Organise warehouse layout and improve processes (FIFO, efficiency)
• Carry out product configuration, software updates, and re-calibration
• Handle returns (RMA) and kitting/assembly tasks
• Ensure H&S standards and warehouse housekeeping
• Manage and support one direct report
  
  2+ years' experience leading a warehouse (SME preferred)
• Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations (goods in/out, shipping, stock control)
• Experience with stock counts and inventory accuracy
• Comfortable using warehouse equipment (pallet truck, scales, etc.)
• Strong organisation and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and team collaboration
• Basic technical/electronics understanding (for calibration/configuration)
Desirable
• Lean / continuous improvement experience
• QMS (Quality Management Systems) experience
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)
• Lithium-ion shipping knowledge (UN3480/81)
Additional Information Small team environment - requires flexibility and a hands-on approach Involves manual handling and lifting.