Deputy Warehouse Manager

Deputy Warehouse Manager Location: Crawley Salary: Up to £31,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday Start Date: January An established manufacturing company based in Crawley is seeking a Deputy Warehouse Manager to support the smooth and efficient running of its warehouse operations. This role is ideal for a Senior Warehouse Operative, Team Leader, or Supervisor looking to take the next step into management within a stable and growing business. This is a warehouse-focused position and does not involve production line work. The Role Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, you will assist with the day-to-day running of the warehouse, ensuring stock, logistics, and team performance meet operational requirements. You will take a hands-on leadership role while developing your management skills. Key Responsibilities * Support the Warehouse Manager with daily warehouse operations * Lead, supervise, and motivate warehouse staff on shift * Manage goods in, goods out, and stock control processes * Ensure health & safety procedures and warehouse standards are maintained * Assist with stock accuracy, inventory control, and cycle counts * Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives * Step in for the Warehouse Manager when required About You * Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment * Essential: Experience leading or supervising a team (Team Leader, Supervisor, or similar) * Confident communicating with staff and management * Organised, proactive, and hands-on in your approach * Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment * Desirable but not essential: FMCG or food manufacturing experience (non-production) What’s on Offer * Salary up to £31,000 per annum * Monday to Friday working hours * Permanent role within an established manufacturing business * Support and development for candidates stepping up into management