Assistant Warehouse Manager

Assistant Warehouse Manager | Kent | £35,000 - 40,000 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.