Warehouse & Distribution Manager
Posted 24 days ago
- Hatfield, Hertfordshire
- Permanent
- Benefits + Bonus
- £35,000 to £40,000 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In 4 days
Warehouse & Distribution Manager
Location: East Hertfordshire
Full-time | Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm (occasional weekend work required)
Salary: c£40K + Bonus + Benefits
A major UK food distribution business is currently seeking a proactive and experienced Warehouse Distribution & Facilities Manager to oversee the smooth and efficient running of a 130,000 sq. ft. distribution and office facility. This is a key leadership role reporting into the Operations Manager (Distribution), and is ideal for a forward-thinking professional with experience in large-scale logistics environments.
The successful candidate will take full ownership of contracts, compliance, space optimisation, and supplier/vendor management. They will also play a crucial part in access control, building presentation, and ensuring the office and warehouse spaces remain safe, clean, and fully operational.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a driven, solutions-focused professional to step into a high-impact role with clear responsibility and visibility across a large-scale site. The business is looking for someone who doesn’t just maintain the present—but looks ahead and shapes the future of the site
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the day-to-day operational readiness of a 130,000 sq. ft. distribution centre, ensuring all warehouse infrastructure, services, and workflows are fully supported from a facilities perspective.
* Manage contracts for critical warehouse services such as cleaning, waste removal, pest control, dock door servicing, and security systems, ensuring all providers meet performance standards and compliance requirements.
* Lead layout optimisation projects to improve space utilisation, stock flow, staff movement, and safety across both warehouse and office areas.
* Ensure access control systems are maintained and operating correctly across the site, supporting security and operational control for both goods and personnel.
* Monitor the condition of key warehouse assets (e.g., racking, dock levellers, floors, lighting) and coordinate planned maintenance and repair work via contractors.
* Ensure the warehouse floor, canteens, and office areas are consistently clean, safe, and operational, supporting productivity and compliance at all times.
* Manage and develop a team of 2 staff responsible for coordination and general upkeep across the site.
* Proactively identify risks, inefficiencies, or potential downtime issues—implement solutions to maintain continuous distribution operations.
* Deliver accurate reporting on building condition, contract performance, safety compliance, and facilities budgets.
The Ideal Candidate
* Demonstrates strong experience in facilities management within warehouse/distribution or logistics environments—ideally in a large-scale operation.
* Comfortable working strategically—focused on managing contracts, vendors, safety, layout, and general building upkeep rather than performing maintenance tasks.
* A confident problem-solver who takes initiative and implements long-term, effective solutions.
* Excellent communicator with strong organisational and leadership skills.
* Technically aware of building systems (HVAC, electrical, fire safety), with the ability to oversee maintenance carried out by contractors.
* Understands compliance, safety legislation, and sustainability goals.
* First Aid and Fire Marshall training advantageous.
Qualifications
* NEBOSH, IOSH or BIFM Level 4+
* Degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Logistics, or similar (preferred)
Location: East Hertfordshire
Full-time | Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm (occasional weekend work required)
Salary: c£40K + Bonus + Benefits
A major UK food distribution business is currently seeking a proactive and experienced Warehouse Distribution & Facilities Manager to oversee the smooth and efficient running of a 130,000 sq. ft. distribution and office facility. This is a key leadership role reporting into the Operations Manager (Distribution), and is ideal for a forward-thinking professional with experience in large-scale logistics environments.
The successful candidate will take full ownership of contracts, compliance, space optimisation, and supplier/vendor management. They will also play a crucial part in access control, building presentation, and ensuring the office and warehouse spaces remain safe, clean, and fully operational.
This is a brilliant opportunity for a driven, solutions-focused professional to step into a high-impact role with clear responsibility and visibility across a large-scale site. The business is looking for someone who doesn’t just maintain the present—but looks ahead and shapes the future of the site
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the day-to-day operational readiness of a 130,000 sq. ft. distribution centre, ensuring all warehouse infrastructure, services, and workflows are fully supported from a facilities perspective.
* Manage contracts for critical warehouse services such as cleaning, waste removal, pest control, dock door servicing, and security systems, ensuring all providers meet performance standards and compliance requirements.
* Lead layout optimisation projects to improve space utilisation, stock flow, staff movement, and safety across both warehouse and office areas.
* Ensure access control systems are maintained and operating correctly across the site, supporting security and operational control for both goods and personnel.
* Monitor the condition of key warehouse assets (e.g., racking, dock levellers, floors, lighting) and coordinate planned maintenance and repair work via contractors.
* Ensure the warehouse floor, canteens, and office areas are consistently clean, safe, and operational, supporting productivity and compliance at all times.
* Manage and develop a team of 2 staff responsible for coordination and general upkeep across the site.
* Proactively identify risks, inefficiencies, or potential downtime issues—implement solutions to maintain continuous distribution operations.
* Deliver accurate reporting on building condition, contract performance, safety compliance, and facilities budgets.
The Ideal Candidate
* Demonstrates strong experience in facilities management within warehouse/distribution or logistics environments—ideally in a large-scale operation.
* Comfortable working strategically—focused on managing contracts, vendors, safety, layout, and general building upkeep rather than performing maintenance tasks.
* A confident problem-solver who takes initiative and implements long-term, effective solutions.
* Excellent communicator with strong organisational and leadership skills.
* Technically aware of building systems (HVAC, electrical, fire safety), with the ability to oversee maintenance carried out by contractors.
* Understands compliance, safety legislation, and sustainability goals.
* First Aid and Fire Marshall training advantageous.
Qualifications
* NEBOSH, IOSH or BIFM Level 4+
* Degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Logistics, or similar (preferred)