Hawk 3 Talent Solutions
Warehouse Operations Manager
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Warehouse Operations Manager
Crawley
Salary: Up to £50,000 depending on experience
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shift (flexibility required during peak operational periods)
The Opportunity
An opportunity has become available for an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager or an ambitious Warehouse Supervisor ready to take the next step in their career, to join a growing aerospace business during a significant period of investment and transformation.
This is a key leadership position for someone who enjoys driving operational excellence, leading teams through change, and creating a high-performance culture. Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for the overall management of warehouse operations while also taking ownership of Health & Safety, facilities management, and operational compliance.
This hands-on role offers the opportunity to make a real impact within a business committed to continuous improvement, making it an excellent opportunity for an established manager or a capable supervisor looking to progress into a broader leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of 5 direct reports, driving engagement, accountability, and high performance.
- Manage all warehouse activities including goods receipt, inspection, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, and dispatch.
- Ensure accurate stock management through the ERP system, maintaining high levels of inventory accuracy.
- Monitor operational performance, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and service levels.
- Build strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, freight forwarders, and logistics partners.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives across warehouse operations.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
QHSE
- Take ownership of Health & Safety across the business, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and internal policies.
- Develop and maintain risk assessments, safe systems of work, and emergency procedures.
- Promote a positive safety culture across all departments.
- Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions to minimize future risk.
- Support internal and external audits while maintaining accurate compliance records.
- Ensure warehouse operations meet aerospace quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Support certification, customer audits, and compliance activities.
- Oversee quality inspections for incoming and outgoing goods.
- Investigate non-conformances and implement corrective and preventative actions.
Facilities Management
- Oversee the maintenance and day-to-day management of company facilities.
- Manage external contractors including cleaning, waste management, utilities, and security providers.
- Coordinate planned maintenance, repairs, and site improvement projects.
- Ensure facilities remain safe, compliant, and fit for operational requirements.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
About You
We're looking for a confident operational leader who can inspire teams while driving process improvements and cultural change. You will ideally have:
- Previous warehouse management experience within the aviation or aerospace sector (essential)
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop and motivate teams
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations within a regulated environment
- Good working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation
- Experience managing audits, quality systems, and compliance requirements
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Experience using ERP/Warehouse Management Systems and Microsoft Office
- A proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset
What's on Offer
- Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience
- 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Death in Service benefit (4x annual salary)
- Simplyhealth Level 5 healthcare plan, including dental support, eye care, virtual GP access, gym discounts, and wellbeing benefits
- Opportunity to join a business investing heavily in its future, where you will play a key role in shaping operations and influencing company culture
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location