362 Warehousing Operations jobs in the United Kingdom

Operations Manager - Production & Warehousing
55,000 - 65,000 per annum + Profit based bonus + Flexible working hours
Monday - Friday
Gloucester

Are you an Operations Manager with experience in a production or warehousing environment? Would you like to work for a company that pride themselves on developing their staff and offering them internal progression opportunities, as well as a lucrative bonus scheme and other excellent benefits?

Due to continued growth and the securing of major contracts, my client is looking to recruit an experienced Operations Manager to work at their state-of-the-art facility in Gloucester.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing a busy production facility. This will involve managing the production, warehousing and order fulfilment teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated operations manager interested in working in an rapidly expanding company, offering employee flexibility and career advancement, as well as bonus incentives.

For further details, please click apply and contact - JACK EWER - REF4433 - (phone number removed).

The Candidate:
*Previous experience in Operations Management
*Background in Production and Warehousing
*Lives a commutable distance from Gloucester

The Role:
*Overseeing the production, warehousing and order fulfilment
*Lucrative profit bonus
*Flexible hours

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Operations Manager - Production & Warehousing
55,000 - 65,000 per annum + Profit based bonus + Flexible working hours
Monday - Friday
Gloucester

Are you an Operations Manager with experience in a production or warehousing environment? Would you like to work for a company that pride themselves on developing their staff and offering them internal progression opportunities, as well as a lucrative bonus scheme and other excellent benefits?

Due to continued growth and the securing of major contracts, my client is looking to recruit an experienced Operations Manager to work at their state-of-the-art facility in Gloucester.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing a busy production facility. This will involve managing the production, warehousing and order fulfilment teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated operations manager interested in working in an rapidly expanding company, offering employee flexibility and career advancement, as well as bonus incentives.

For further details, please click apply and contact - JACK EWER - REF4433 - (phone number removed).

The Candidate:
*Previous experience in Operations Management
*Background in Production and Warehousing
*Lives a commutable distance from Gloucester

The Role:
*Overseeing the production, warehousing and order fulfilment
*Lucrative profit bonus
*Flexible hours

Operations|Manager|manufacturing|production|engineering|assembly|factory|Gloucester|Gloucestershire|Bristol|stroud|Cheltenham|Cirencester|Dursley|Tewkesbury|

Supply Chain Planner (Manufacturing/Supply Chain)
Desford, Leicestershire
20 - 24 per hour (Umbrella) Inside IR35
12 month initial contract with extension opportunities

Excellent opportunity for a Supply Chain Planner from a manufacturing or supply chain background who is looking for an immediate start on a long term contract with an international market leader.

Are you looking for a long term contract while working for a company who are global market leaders in their specialist sector? Are you looking for a varied role where you will deal with a global supply chain?

This company are a truly multinational organisation who have an unrivalled reputation for the high quality of their products the world over. They have been established for 100 years and are continuing their expansion to this day. Due to their continued growth they are now looking to add to their specialist team.

In this role you will be receiving specialist training to develop your technical skills. You will be working to ensure the smooth flow of materials and managing suppliers to ensure material availability across the plant. The role will also have a strong focus on supplier relationships and using Excel to analyse/manipulate data. The role will be working Monday to Friday on a 37.5 hour week working inside of IR35 regulations.

The Role:

• Ensuring a smooth supply chain from supplier to manufacturing
• Receiving specialist training to become an expert in Supply Chain Planning
• Long term 12 month contract with extension opportunities working Inside IR35

The Person:

• Supply Chain Planner from a manufacturing or supply chain background
• Skilled in using Excel and SAP preferred but not essential
• Looking for a long term contract working for an international market leader

Reference: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Adam Peters at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Supply Chain Planner (Manufacturing/Supply Chain)
Desford, Leicestershire
20 - 24 per hour (Umbrella) Inside IR35
12 month initial contract with extension opportunities

Excellent opportunity for a Supply Chain Planner from a manufacturing or supply chain background who is looking for an immediate start on a long term contract with an international market leader.

Are you looking for a long term contract while working for a company who are global market leaders in their specialist sector? Are you looking for a varied role where you will deal with a global supply chain?

This company are a truly multinational organisation who have an unrivalled reputation for the high quality of their products the world over. They have been established for 100 years and are continuing their expansion to this day. Due to their continued growth they are now looking to add to their specialist team.

In this role you will be receiving specialist training to develop your technical skills. You will be working to ensure the smooth flow of materials and managing suppliers to ensure material availability across the plant. The role will also have a strong focus on supplier relationships and using Excel to analyse/manipulate data. The role will be working Monday to Friday on a 37.5 hour week working inside of IR35 regulations.

The Role:

• Ensuring a smooth supply chain from supplier to manufacturing
• Receiving specialist training to become an expert in Supply Chain Planning
• Long term 12 month contract with extension opportunities working Inside IR35

The Person:

• Supply Chain Planner from a manufacturing or supply chain background
• Skilled in using Excel and SAP preferred but not essential
• Looking for a long term contract working for an international market leader

Reference: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Adam Peters at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Supply Chain Planner (Manufacturing/Supply Chain)
Desford, Leicestershire
£20 - £24 per hour (Umbrella) Inside IR35
12 month initial contract with extension opportunities

Excellent opportunity for a Supply Chain Planner from a manufacturing or supply chain background who is looking for an immediate start on a long term contract with an international market leader.

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• Salary: Up to £30,000 (dependent on experience)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Monday to Friday schedule, offering work-life balance
• Friendly and sociable working environment in a mid-sized international company

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a sales or commercial office environment (manufacturing preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP experience beneficial
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Enthusiastic, energetic, and eager to learn
• Solution-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities
• A proactive, team-oriented approach

• Sales Distribution: Manage customer orders, confirmations, invoices, deliveries, and returns.
• Material Management: Oversee material requirements, purchase orders, and supplier contracts.
• Production Planning & Control: Process production orders and conduct MRP runs.
• Logistics Execution: Coordinate freight bookings, container management, and freight documentation.
• Master Data Management: Maintain storage locations, lead-times, master recipes, and Bill of Materials.
• Build strong relationships with customers and service providers, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

Based from our commerical furniture suppliers office in Essex. This role combines team leadership across procurement, freight forwarding, and end-to-end project execution within the contract furniture sector. The Logistics & Supply Chain Manager will orchestrate the seamless movement of goods—from sourcing materials and managing global shipments from China to delivering furniture to the warehouse in Brentwood, while ensuring every client project runs on time, on budget, and to specification.

The ideal candidate brings operational excellence, vendor negotiation skills, logistical precision, and project coordination expertise to a design-forward, deadline-driven environment.

Key responsibilities

Procurement Management

• Source and procure raw materials, furniture components, and finished goods globally
li>Negotiate and manage supplier agreements to optimize value and quality
• Oversee procurement budgets and forecasting in collaboration with design and project teams
• Conduct supplier audits and monitor compliance with sustainability and quality standards

Freight Forwarding & Logistics Coordination

• Manage international freight and 3PL relationships (air, sea, and ground)
• Coordinate import/export schedules, customs documentation, and regulatory compliance
• Track real-time shipment status and provide updates to internal stakeholders
• Optimize freight strategies to balance speed, cost, and reliability

Project Management

• Identify and select suppliers based on the project requirements
• Negotiate terms, prices, and delivery dates with suppliers
• Processing accurate quotations and costs for furniture proposals.
• Review tenders and specifications and produce quotations and orders
• Prepare and manage procurement budget in accordance to specification from the ASM
• Co-ordinate production dates with suppliers in accordance to project timeline to ensure timely delivery
• Coordinate with Logistics provider as to when deliveries will be collected and delivered ensuring various projects are consolidated at all times
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, procedures and use systems effectively
• Resolve warranty claims, grievances, and claims against suppliers
• Review, compare, analyse, and approve products and services to be purchased whilst managing and maintaining relationship with suppliers
li>Prepare reports on procurement and usage of goods for project management

• Coordinate with sales, logistics, and delivery teams to ensure projects are delivered on time  and in full
li>Maintain procurement data accuracy within ERP systems, including item master details, supplier lead times, MOQ, and certification
• Evaluate and manage suppliers based on part-level performance metrics: defect rates, delivery accuracy, cost stability, and compliance with sustainability and regulatory requirements
• Develop contingency sourcing strategies for critical-path components to mitigate risk of delays or disruptions
• Ensure transparent communication between component suppliers and freight forwarders to align shipping requirements and avoid production bottlenecks

 Supply Chain Optimisation & Reporting

li>Monitor supply chain KPIs (lead time, freight cost, delivery accuracy, etc.)
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and reduce errors
• Collaborate with finance and operations teams for budget alignment and cost controls
• Maintain ERP data integrity and use analytics to support planning decisions        

Qualifications

Project Management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) is a strong plus

Minimum 5 years’ experience in supply chain/logistics/project management, preferably in contract furniture, interiors, or manufacturing

Experience

• De p understanding of procurement strategy and international freight forwarding
• Proficiency in project management and supply chain tools (e.g., Sage, Zoho

Should you be interested in the role please send your CV and will will send you the full spec. 

As a market leader in their field in the UK, our client are looking for a Supply Chain Manager to join their Middlewich, Cheshire team of experts. 

The purpose of this role is to Develop systems and supplier relations, to enable the company to Source or Manufacture products on time in full, to the required quality standard, in a safe manner and within budget in a fully scalable framework.

Accountabilities:

• OTIF performance
li>GP%
• Variance on budget
• H&S risk mitigation
• Accuracy of stock recording

Areas of Responsibility

• Supply Chain relationship, agreements, performance  
li>Purchasing
• Production
• Quality
• Compliance
• H&S

Reports

• Purchasing Administrator
• Production Manager

Duties

Supply Chain

• Manage supplier relationships by meeting regularly with key suppliers to review performance, quality, pricing, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain database of supplier prices working closely with the commercial team to ensure these are reflected in pricing.
li>Set up and maintain standard supply agreements that set out pricing structures for products and provide protection of IP where necessary li>Write and deliver reports to suppliers who have supplied defective goods and discuss/document counter measures.
• Develop and maintain a method of managing routine Supplier and Sub-contractor audits, documenting these and following up on any resulting actions and non-conformities.
• Search and appoint new suppliers that can improve service and profitability.
• Report any significant price increases (i.e. out with RPI) to the Management team and build a plan with the team’s support on how to mitigate impact on company profit.

Purchasing

< i>Ensure all purchasing/procurement activities are done in a timely manner, (for all project and production related purchases)
• Implement an escalation process for approvals based on purchase value.

Stock / WIP Management

• Oversee stock and WIP control systems, ensuring the production team maintains accurate labelling, safe storage, and reliable stock take procedures.
• Ensure forward planning for material availability, particularly for imported and long lead-time items, through coordination with project and production teams.

Planning

• Support the Production Manager to ensure production workload is carefully prioritised through collaboration of production, procurement and project managers, in accordance with customer requirements.
• Forecasting department workload to make decisions and act on varying resource levels

Continuous improvement

Set up a routine mtg with key members in your team to review attributable NCR’s (Non-Conformances – i.e CARFS), agree problem solving responsibilities and report back on progress.

With team involvement, perform root cause analysis on problems and ensure clear actions are communicated and followed up

Team Leadership

Creating clear areas of responsibility within the team and coaching team members in line with personal development goals and plans

Record all interactions on HR issues and escalate these to the Directors as necessary.

Foster a positive and supporting working environment that instils motivation, accountability and high standards of work and provides development opportunities.

Develop and maintain a culture of empowerment and responsibility in line with their values.

Coordinate holiday requests so as not to impact on company or department output.

Monitor attendance levels and sickness for trends and compliance and hold return to work interviews as necessary.

Support the team in the discipline of time tracking to improve accuracy and knowledge of work content times.

Compliance & Quality

Develop and maintain processes to ensure that production’s quality responsibilities, as outlined in the company’s quality plan, are carried out and reviewed on a 6-monthly basis.

Goods-in Develop and maintain processes ensure that goods are checked for quality and compliance on receipt and booked in the same day.

Health & Safety

Develop and maintain process to ensure that production’s health and safety responsibilities, as outlined in the company’s quality plan, are carried out and monitored daily.

Conduct risk assessments on non-standard processes as required.

Ensure health and safety training (TBT) is carried out regularly.

Oversee training, competency validation, and machine maintenance systems, ensuring all processes meet audit and safety standards.

Strategic

To provide effective contribution to the senior leadership team in line with  company values and goals, including, setting business objectives, creating the right cultural environment and delivering positive results

Capture product development opportunities, from the team, in line with their focus on proprietary products

Put forward Business Cases for investment in both plant and labour to meet department requirements as relevant.

Investigate ways to improve GP per COGS hour in the department.

Core Competencies

Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence internal and external partners.

Proactive, hands-on leadership style with the ability to coach, develop, and empower high-performing teams.

Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a commercial mindset.

Proven ability to lead and embed continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean methodologies.

Skilled in managing change, driving accountability, and delivering ‘right first time’ outcomes.

Effective at planning, prioritising, and problem-solving under pressure, using structured time and task management.

High proficiency in stock management and ERP systems, with an eye for detail and process discipline.

Strong communicator, fostering a culture of ownership, safety, and operational excellence.

Resilient, decisive, and solutions-focused with the ability to tackle issues head-on and move forward quickly.

Willing and able to travel regularly across the UK, including occasional overnight stays.

Qualifications & Experience

Supply Chain qualifications

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in purchasing and supply chain role in engineering

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in H&S Management

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in management of Quality systems – ISO9001 (min). 

ISO14001 (desired)

A minimum of 5 years’ experience within a fast paced manufacturing environment.

Summary

This is a key leadership role at the heart of our clients operations, offering the chance to shape and scale a robust, efficient, and quality-driven supply chain. You’ll work cross-functionally to drive improvements, develop people, and help deliver outstanding service to their customers.