Warehouse Department Manager (11 Month Temporary Assignment)

Job Advertisement: Warehouse Department Manager - Temporary Assignment (via Bridge Staffing Agency)

Position Overview

• Role: Warehouse Department Manager (11 Month Temporary Assignment)

• Location: Chillpark Brake, Clyst Honiton, Exeter (EX5 2FU)

• Salary: £43,000 to £56,000 per annum

• Contract Type: Full-Time (11 Month Temporary Assignment)

• Reference Number: 745280

About the Role

Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Lidl to recruit a resilient, responsible, and driven Warehouse Department Manager for an 11-month temporary assignment in Exeter. In this key leadership role, you will take charge of a department within the Regional Distribution Centre (RDC), motivating your team to ensure products reach stores without a hitch.

From boosting productivity and managing daily operational processes to coaching Shift Leaders and handling personnel management, you will bring a proactive and creative approach to keeping our warehouse running like clockwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Line Management: Line manage an amazing team of Shift Leaders, providing coaching, training, and development to help them and their teams succeed.

• Operational Efficiency: Work closely with Shift Leaders and other Department Managers to ensure smooth operations, boost productivity, and optimize warehouse processes.

• Management Support: Support your Team Manager with overall operations, compliance, and Head Office projects.

• Personnel & Compliance: Take responsibility for grievance and investigation processes, acting as a disciplinary manager while upholding company values.

• Hands-On Management: Take a hands-on approach to managing daily operational processes, shift management, costs, rotas, and transport plans.

What You’ll Need

• Natural confidence and leadership qualities to get the best out of everyone you work with.

• Proven experience leading previous teams to success in a fast-paced environment.

• The ability to multi-task and prioritize conflicting deadlines under pressure.

• A keen eye for detail to effectively control costs, rotas, and transport plans.

• An open, effective communication style that connects with people across all levels.

What’s on Offer (Benefits)

• Competitive Salary: £43,000 - £56,000 per annum.

• Generous Time Off: 30–35 days holiday (pro rata).

• Perks & Discounts: 10% in-store discount and a contributory pension scheme.

• Supportive Policies: Enhanced family leave and equal opportunity structures.

• Professional Growth: Ongoing training and real opportunities to develop your management career.