Warehouse Operations Manager: UK Support Distribution Centre

Job description

Salary:   up to £55,000 depending on experience
Location:  Rugby, UK
Travel:  Occasional travel within the EU region

At Volvo Group, we’re not just moving goods — we’re moving the world. Within Service Market Logistics (SML), we deliver genuine parts efficiently and sustainably through a global logistics network. With 5,300+ employees across 60+ locations, we ensure customers receive what they need when they need it.
The UK Support Distribution Centre is a key site in the Region Gent EU network, and we’re investing in its future — blending people, processes, and technology to deliver world-class logistics.

What We Offer:

·  Professional growth and development:  Unlock your potential through various training and development opportunities.
·  Company Bonus:  Annual company bonus of up to 5%
·  Pension scheme:  Matched up to 7% of your salary, including death in service cover.
·  Medical Insurance:  Medical insurance coverage is provided by Bupa.
·  Employee Assistance Programme:  Take advantage of our wellness, mindfulness, and counselling services to support your overall well-being.
·  Generous holiday allowance:  Start with 25 days and watch it grow to 30 days with length of service, plus bank holidays.
·  Discounts on various purchases:  Enjoy savings on shopping vouchers, cinema tickets, holidays, and travel.
·  Fitness perks:  Access MyGymDiscounts and MyActiveDiscounts.

What will you do?

 

As Warehouse Operations Manager, you'll lead daily operations of a high-performing warehouse facility of up to 40 colleagues across  2 shifts, encompassing both manual processes and automated systems.  Your focus: secure service levels, optimise resources, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

 

Your responsibilities will be to:

·  Lead all warehouse activities (manual and automated) to ensure operational excellence.
·  Oversee staffing, capacity planning, performance, and safety standards.
·  Drive continuous improvement through Lean practices and the Volvo Production System (VPS).
·  Support digitalisation and automation initiatives that improve throughput and service.
·  Monitor KPI's and implement strategic actions to meet delivery and productivity goals.
·  Foster a culture of safety, development, and accountability.
·  Engage cross-functional teams to align operations with broader logistics goals.
·  Coach and develop team members to promote long-term growth.

Who are we looking for?

At Volvo Group, we’re searching for someone who is a proven leader and passionate about logistics. Who is ready to manage both traditional warehousing operations and cutting-edge automation.

 

You will have :

·  Strong experience managing both traditional warehouse operations and automated warehousing systems.
·  Proven leadership in logistics or distribution centre environments.
·  Understanding of lean principles, resource planning, and performance tracking.
·  Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and automation technology.
·  Strong people leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
·  Passion for continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence.

Apply now and join us on the road ahead.

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Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Job Category:  Supply Chain & Logistics

Organization:  Group Trucks Operations

Travel Required:  Occasional Travel

Requisition ID:  21068