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UBT

Operations Manager

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Leeds, United kingdom

Full Time

25-04-2025

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Job Specifications

Leeds | Full-Time |

£60,000 - £80,000+ Benefits

Are you a driven and experienced Warehouse Manager looking for your next challenge in a forward-thinking business? This opportunity offers the chance to lead and elevate the operations of a dynamic, fast-paced warehouse environment with a company that values excellence, innovation, and team spirit.

The Role

In this pivotal position, you'll be responsible for the smooth, safe, and efficient running of all warehouse operations—from goods-in to final dispatch. You'll lead a dedicated team, ensure seamless inventory control, and champion best practices across health & safety, logistics, space management, and customer service.

Your key areas of responsibility will include:

Managing day-to-day operations across receiving, storage, and dispatch
Leading, coaching, and developing a high-performing team
Overseeing stock control, audits, and replenishment
Optimising warehouse layout, equipment usage, and space planning
Coordinating with logistics providers and internal stakeholders
Driving continuous improvement, efficiency, and cost control
Ensuring full compliance with health & safety regulations
Delivering operational excellence through KPI tracking and data-led decision-making

Requirements

About You

To succeed in this role, you'll need to be both a strategic thinker and a hands-on leader. We're looking for someone who is:

Experienced in managing warehouse operations in a similar fast-paced environment
Confident in leading teams, setting performance standards, and promoting a positive workplace culture
Highly organised with strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset
Proficient in using data and KPIs to drive performance
Well-versed in compliance, health & safety, and warehouse systems
Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills and adaptability
Experience in vendor management, shipping coordination, and sustainability practices will also be advantageous

Benefits

What's in It for You?

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
Opportunity to shape warehouse strategy and lead change
Supportive, values-driven culture with a focus on continuous improvement
Career progression within a growing business
Benefits package tailored to support your wellbeing and professional development

About the Company

The Universal Business Team (UBT) is a fast-paced global consulting organisation supporting over 3,000 family businesses across 19 countries. We provide our customers with an unprecedented range of business advisory, coaching, consulting and training programs to move their business forward. We also partner with leading brands around the world, leveraging our group buying power to ensure our customers can access products and services at competitive prices. UBT has a unique value proposition to our customers and our staff i... Know more