Warehouse Operations Team Manager - Nightshift

"You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.

A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself."

Location

Manchester (Warrington)

Employment type

Full Time Permanent

Department

Logistics & Supply Chain

Deadline

2026-07-02

Candidate profile (text) - Default language IKEA Warrington, WA5 7TY are looking to welcome a Warehouse Operations Team Manager - nightshift. In IKEA we call this a Fulfilment Operations Team Leader.

Step into the night‑shift as a Warehouse Operations Team Manager at IKEA, where you’ll lead our fulfilment teams to keep products moving and customers smiling. You’ll drive efficient nightly workflows, maximise stock availability, and secure full operational readiness - all while coaching and developing a diverse team, maintaining a safe and compliant workplace, and ensuring every shift delivers high‑quality, cost‑effective results. If you’re ready to inspire others, strengthen quality awareness, support local business plans, and use structured problem‑solving to make our operations even better, this is your opportunity to shape the heartbeat of IKEA’s overnight fulfilment.

WHAT WE OFFER

The Start Date of employment will be: 27th July 2026, can be discussed at interview.

Starting salary of £29,215 per annum, based on competence and experience, plus a nightshift hourly rate of £2.25ph between the hours of 10pm and 6am.

39 hours working 5 nights per week including alternative weekends.

Working hours are between 10pm to 9am, working approx. 8 hours nightly.

We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory medical questionnaire. This check must be completed by all successful candidates. This is due to working nightshift.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.

Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.

Given Day - Additional days’ paid leave to take at any point during the year, when it's important for you

Enjoy free healthy meals, plus a range of freshly prepared options from our night chef.

..as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

Experience of leadership in a fast-paced warehouse environment with the ability to prioritise and organise your own and others workload.

Business-minded approach with a clear customer focus and ability to meet agreed budgets and goals with the ability to make quick decisions and take personal initiatives, open to change and highly flexible.

Leading others, you will have good communication skills that can assist in building relationships with co-workers and customers.

Ability to implement structural ways of working within the area of responsibility, with problem-solving experience and strong computer literacy.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

Lead daily fulfilment operations - secure efficient workflows, maximum stock availability, and full operational readiness at the lowest possible cost.

Coach and develop your team - inspire, support, and grow a diverse group of co‑workers, ensuring strong performance, well‑being, and future succession.

Maintain a safe and compliant workplace - ensure all areas are clean, organised, and fully aligned with IKEA health, safety, security, and Code of Conduct standards.

Drive business performance - plan people, shifts, and equipment; analyse workloads; and secure daily and seasonal volume handling while keeping costs low.

Build quality and damage‑prevention awareness - strengthen co‑workers’ understanding of quality routines to reduce damages and improve operational efficiency.

Support local business plans - contribute to the implementation of unit projects and initiatives that enhance fulfilment operations.

Communicate and collaborate effectively - build strong relationships with co‑workers and internal partners to achieve shared goals.

Use structured ways of working - apply problem‑solving skills and strong computer literacy to improve processes and secure consistent, high‑quality results.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to-face interview.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory medical questionnaire. This check must be completed by all successful candidates. This is due to working nightshift.

For any advice or support, email me at james.fraser1@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!

Why you will love us

From the deep forests in Sweden, we have spread our culture and values around the world. At the heart of our offer are our beautiful home-furnishing products and solutions, made with care for our planet, reaching millions of customers.

At the heart of our business, are our wonderful co-workers representing diversity in all dimensions and passionate for life at home. We all contribute with our uniqueness and we want to grow and develop together.

Our vision, “to create a better everyday life for the many people” inspires and guides us in everything we do. This is IKEA.

What we all have in common

Living our values

Being your unique self, while respecting and including others

A passion for home furnishing

Performing & delivering while learning & developing

Having fun!