Warehouse Manager
16 hours ago
Uxbridge
Job Title: Warehouse Manager Location: Uxbridge, UK The Nippon Express Group stands as a prominent global logistics service provider, with its Headquarters located in Tokyo, Japan. Our extensive portfolio encompasses a variety of services, including air and ocean freight forwarding, cargo handling, relocation services, and warehousing operations. With a workforce exceeding 73,000 professionals across more than 50 countries and regions, the NX Group is distinguished by its extensive international reach. Nippon Express are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Warehouse Manager with comprehensive experience in Freight Forwarding and an in-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance (CAA, GDP, H&S, and Air Export), to lead and enhance our warehouse operations at our London, Uxbridge branch. As Warehouse Manager, you will oversee a team of Assistant Managers, Supervisors, and Warehouse Operatives in a 24/7, 365-day logistics operation, which will require a proactive approach and strategic leadership to drive performance and efficiency. Requirements Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management • Oversee and manage Senior Team responsible for daily operations, • Support one GDP Manager, • Provide leadership and development, • Foster teamwork and high performance, • Ensure clear communication Operations Management • Supervise Air and Ocean import/Export logistics, • Optimise distribution and fulfilment, • Develop operational strategies Compliance & Regulatory Adherence • Ensure compliance with CAA, GDP, H&S, and Customs-Bonded standards, • Maintain documentation and audits, • Implement compliance programs Performance Monitoring & Reporting • Track KPIs, • Identify gaps and corrective actions, • Prepare reports Continuous Improvement • Implement best practices, • Lead safety and quality initiatives, • Upgrade technology Customer Service & Stakeholder Engagement • Ensure high customer satisfaction, • Resolve customer issues, • Build strong client relationships Reporting & Presentations • Use Excel for reporting, • Create PowerPoints for customers What does the right candidate look like? • 7-10 years warehouse management experience, • Knowledge of Air & Ocean processes, • Strong understanding of CAA, H&S, GDP, • Proven leadership experience, • Excellent communication skills, • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, • Experience with WMS systems Benefits • Competitive salary and benefits, • Car allowance: £7,000, • Growth opportunities, • Collaborative environment, • Exposure to global markets, • Life Assurance, • Private Healthcare & EAP, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Free parking