Operations Manager

Start date 17/07/2026

Time Type Full time

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Mobile Work No mobile working

Reference ID JR123452

Company Name Rhenus Warehousing Solutions Lutterworth Limited

Location

Nuneaton

Job Category Warehouse | Logistics

Business Unit

Warehousing Solutions

Contact Person Atlanta Palmer

+44 (24) 75384074

Your Benefits

Continuous Training

Sharpen your skills and advance your expertise with our professional development programs.

Great Team

It’s truly the people that make the difference - and with us you’ll join the best team around.

Flat Hierarchies

Get straight through to the decision-makers with our streamlined organizational structure.

Room for Innovation

Turn your ideas into action in an environment that champions creativity and empowers you to lead change.

Events

From team outings to holiday parties and networking events, we build strong connections by spending quality time together.

Quick Decision Processes

Make things happen faster with streamlined processes that promote efficiency and effectiveness.

Reference ID JR123452

Company Name Rhenus Warehousing Solutions Lutterworth Limited

Location

Nuneaton

Job Category Warehouse | Logistics

Business Unit

Warehousing Solutions

Contact Person Atlanta Palmer

+44 (24) 75384074

Job Description

What you can expect

Fixed Term Contract from 1st Aug 2026 to 1st Jan 2027

Working Hours are:

Friday 08:00 – 16:00 (7.5 hours)

Saturday 06:00 – 18:00 (11.5 hours)

Sunday 06:00 – 18:00 (11.5 hours)

Monday 08:00 – 16:00 (7.5 hours)

Warehouse Management

Establish and maintain a safe working environment for all employees, contractors and visitors and any other person required to attend site.

Ensure warehouse housekeeping is maintained to 5S standards and audit scores maintained.

Ensure Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of work and Standard Operating Procedures are maintained and updated accordingly.

To ensure that the most cost-effective methods of operations are used whilst achieving the level of service to our customers.

Ensure that the Rhenus warehouse is adequately staffed to manage all areas to meet the customers SLA’s and KPI’s.

Ensure that site stockholding and operational work areas are created to maximise the site capacity.

Maintaining accuracy and integrity of Inventory both systematically and physically.

Manage relevant stocktakes and audits within the agreed deadlines.

Accountable for ensuring any new initiatives, new customers or projects are implemented and the expected deliverables are achieved.

Monitoring and controlling assets within the relevant site.

Support and implement continuous improvement programs throughout the operations.

Development of colleagues to ensure the continued performance and growth of the business.

Ensure employee communications are maintained including but not limited to; team briefs conducted to all teams across all shift patterns & appropriate interactions with direct reports.

Drive high levels of employee engagement.

KPI’s

Target Zero lost time accidents.

Reporting on incidents, accidents and near misses relating to Health & Safety.

Operational costs delivered to budget.

Quality and Service metrics delivered to customer and business standards as defined by the business.

Employee engagement rating delivered to required standards as defined by the business.

Ensure that time sheets are up to date.

Completion of daily reports.

Labour statistics

Support Services

To monitor all on site contracts & support services to ensure they provide a high-quality service in cost effective manner and within agreed budgets.

Ensuring effective maintenance and housekeeping of the Rhenus site to ensure the site is capable of supporting the service requirements of the customer.

To ensure an effective security operation is in place that manages risk to employees and prevents loss.

Ensure the health and safety, welfare at work of your colleagues.

Manage and conduct work activities in such a way as to prevent any improper conduct or behaviour likely to endanger employees.

The maintenance of good employee relations with an effective workforce throughout the site with the support of HR function.

Working in partnership with the IT department to provide the resources to function within the operations

KPI’s

Site Security is maintained.

Accidents and incidents managed to prevent risk and injury to all persons attending site.

ER KPIs

Absence Management.

Maintenance requests for site completed.

Creating the Best Team

Manage and lead the operational team ensuring that they have the relevant skill sets, resources and support needed to deliver in their role and achieve the site objectives.

Lead the operational team in a manner that is consistent with the culture and core values of the business.

Train and develop colleagues to ensure that they are equipped to perform their role effectively and in accordance with company operating procedures.

Support with the ongoing development for colleagues and operational management with the assistance of HR training function.

To meet & improve on agreed quality standards through effective and efficient utilisation of labour and MHE equipment.

Ensure appropriate probationary reviews and personal performances reviews (PPR’s) are conducted within the agreed deadlines set by the business.

Set team objectives & targets that are aligned to the business plan. Support and implement the site engagement plans.Assist and develop with employees listening groups. Identify develop and retain talent within the business.

The ability to manage change throughout the business.

KPI’s

Employees survey results

PPR completion

Engagement Plans

Listening / Focus groups

Training and development strategy

Management Leadership Qualities

The business operates in a very dynamic manner; therefore you must be able to clearly communicate, and influence as required, be used to working proactively often on your own, be results orientated and focused on innovation and improvements.

The following leadership skills will be required to effectively drive forward the company and the role of Operations Manager.

Ability to think strategically.

Customer focussed.

Ability to develop others.

Commercial Acumen

Learning agility

Ability to influence.

Performance Management

Employee Engagement and relationship management

Drive results and deliver in a timely manner.

People Orientated

Change Management

What you bring

Skills & Knowledge

GSCE Maths and English grade B or above or equivalent.

Logistics / Warehouse Management Qualifications Level 4 or above.

Full driving Licence.

IT skills, including Advanced Microsoft / Excel.

The ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.

Experience of implementing processes.

Ability to work in a fast-paced people environment.

Great communicator.

Positive attitude & drive results.

Teamwork and Information Management.

Process improvement, innovation

CI & 5S

2 years’ experience in an Operations Manager role within Distribution / Logistics.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Warehouse Management Systems

Aware of Health & Safety legislation.

Project working group/Project Management.

Exposure to implementing new systems

Proactive approach to own continuous development.

Experience of new customer implementations & start-ups.

Business Unit

Warehousing Solutions

Rhenus Warehousing Solutions is one of the leading outsourcing partners for industry and commerce for warehouse logistics solutions. In addition to a large number of its own warehouse centers, Rhenus also takes on projects directly at our customers' premises. The comprehensive, additional services and IT solutions extend far beyond the standard warehouse logistics and complete the individual portfolio of our customers - everything from a single source. Our employees expect exciting tasks, a high degree of personal responsibility, and short decision-making processes as well as plenty of room for professional and personal development.

Welcome to Rhenus

Where our journey of growth connects with yours.

We are a global powerhouse on a mission to be pioneers in everything we do. United, we make an impact and dare to redefine what's possible. Ready to unlock untapped potential. We are on the fast track. At Rhenus, we thrive on collaboration. Every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success. Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.

Recruitment Process

Online application

Your documents will reach us quickly and directly via our online application form; depending on the position, a cover letter may be required. In any case, we are eager to see your CV and references – for us, the best way to make a good first impression.

Application screening

Our HR team and the responsible department will take a close look at your application as soon as possible. We will do our best to give you feedback within two weeks. With your agreement, we would also be happy to forward the documents to other business units if the selected position does not work out.

Selection Process

Depending on the position, there are various ways of finding out if we are a good match for each other. In most cases, we rely on a personal interview, on a eye level of course. Online tests, assessment centres or work on a trial basis may also be possible. In the end, the best decision is taken for both sides.

Onboarding

With your commitment, you are a part of the Rhenus Group right away – we are already eager to shape the logistics of the future together with you. To ensure that your start is a complete success, we will familiarise you with everything you need to know about Rhenus and your assignment with us. Your experienced colleagues will guide you every step of the way, and together you will easily master each of your new tasks.