Assistant Warehouse Manager

Assistant Warehouse Manager | Kent | £ Are you a hands-on warehouse leader who enjoys being on the warehouse floor, motivating teams and driving operational performance? We're recruiting for an experienced Assistant Warehouse Manager to join a well-established and growing business in Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for someone currently working as a Warehouse Supervisor, Team Leader or Assistant Warehouse Manager who is looking to develop their career within a fast-paced distribution environment. The Opportunity Working closely with the Warehouse Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of a busy warehouse operation. You'll lead from the front, supporting goods-in, picking, packing, dispatch and stock control activities while helping to ensure performance, accuracy and service levels remain high. This is a practical leadership position, so we're looking for someone who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, supporting the team and stepping in wherever required to keep operations running smoothly. Key Responsibilities • Supporting the day-to-day management of warehouse operations • Supervising, motivating and developing warehouse staff • Ensuring orders are picked, packed and dispatched accurately and on time • Managing goods-in, stock control and inventory processes • Allocating workloads and resources effectively across the team • Monitoring performance and providing coaching where required • Completing health & safety checks and audits • Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards • Investigating and resolving operational issues • Supporting staff administration including absence management and return-to-work processes • Acting as deputy to the Warehouse Manager when required About You To be successful in this role, you'll have: • Previous experience in a Warehouse Supervisor, Team Leader or Assistant Warehouse Manager position • Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, dispatch, stock control and inventory management • Experience managing teams within a warehouse environment • Excellent communication and people management skills • A proactive, hands-on leadership style • Good IT skills, including Excel and warehouse management systems • A Counterbalance or Reach Forklift licence (essential) • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail What's On Offer • Salary of up to £38,000 • Monday to Friday working pattern • Long-term career development opportunities • Stable and growing business environment • Supportive team culture • Opportunity to make a genuine impact within the operation If you're an ambitious warehouse professional looking for your next challenge and want to join a business where you can develop and progress, I'd be keen to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential conversation.