Head of Warehouse Operations at Airbox Fulfilment

, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Leadership, Operational Delivery, Capacity Planning, Automation, Performance Management, Team Leadership, SLA Delivery, Issue Resolution, P&L Accountability, WMS Enhancement, Continuous Improvement, Safety Compliance, Risk Assessment, Change Management, Commercial Acumen, Coaching

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

Join our senior leadership team and help shape the future of fulfilment at Airbox. As we continue to scale across the UK and Europe (and further), we are looking for an experienced Head of Warehouse Operations to design, lead, and deliver our warehouse operations strategy across multiple Airbox Fulfilment sites. This newly created role is a hands-on senior leadership role for someone who thrives in complex, fast-paced fulfilment environments and knows how to turn strategy into operational excellence. You will set the operational direction, build strong leadership teams, and ensure our warehouses consistently deliver for our clients, our people, and the business. About the Role As Head of Warehouse Operations, you will have end-to-end accountability for our core warehouse functions, including Goods-In, Inventory, Fulfilment, Rework, Returns, and Dispatch, across one or more sites. You will design scalable operating models, embed performance discipline, and lead high-performing teams to deliver exceptional service, operational efficiency, and safe, compliant workplaces. Working closely with the SLT, you will play a critical role in shaping future capacity, automation, and growth plans for Airbox. This role is ideal for a senior operations leader who enjoys balancing long-term strategy with day-to-day delivery, and who is motivated by building strong teams, robust processes, and sustainable performance. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Operational Delivery ✅ Design and deliver the warehouse operations strategy aligned to Airbox’s growth plans ✅ Lead performance across all warehouse functions, optimising cost, quality, and service ✅ Partner with the SLT on capacity planning, site scaling, automation, and investment decisions ✅ Champion a data-led culture with clear KPIs, accountability, and continuous improvement Leadership & People Development ✅ Build, lead, and develop a strong operational leadership team across sites ✅ Ensure effective workforce planning, succession planning, and capability development ✅ Embed a positive, fair, and high-performance culture aligned to Airbox values ✅ Set clear expectations and role-model consistent leadership behaviours Client & Commercial Delivery ✅ Establish and maintain client SLAs, KPIs, and service standards across operations ✅ Lead proactive issue resolution, escalation management, and service recovery ✅ Collaborate with Client Services, Implementation, and Commercial teams on complex solutions ✅ Represent warehouse operations in client meetings, reviews, and senior forums ✅ Hold P&L accountability, ensuring delivery within agreed budgets Process, Systems & Continuous Improvement ✅ Drive operational improvements through lean methods, automation, and technology ✅ Lead WMS enhancements, system integrations, and end-to-end process reviews ✅ Support peak, seasonal, and promotional planning across warehouse sites ✅ Facilitate cross-functional working groups to pilot, explore, and embed improvements Compliance, Safety & Standards ✅ Ensure full compliance with H&S legislation and warehouse safety standards ✅ Lead risk assessments, audits, and continuous safety improvement initiatives ✅ Embed a safety-first, compliant, and well-maintained warehouse environment ✅ Maintain high standards in security, access control, and operational documentation What We’re Looking For Essential ✔ 5+ years’ experience in a senior warehouse or fulfilment leadership role ✔ Background in 3PL, eCommerce, or high-growth fulfilment environments ✔ Ability to be site-based in Leighton Buzzard with regular travel across our other sites ✔ Proven experience leading large, multi-function warehouse operations ✔ Strong commercial and operational acumen with a strategic mindset ✔ Demonstrable success in SLA delivery, client satisfaction, and process improvement ✔ Confident using WMS platforms, operational KPIs, and leading change ✔ Excellent leadership, communication, and coaching capability Desirable ✔ Lean Six Sigma or similar operational improvement qualification ✔ Experience managing multi-site operations across the UK and/or EU ✔ Exposure to DTC or omnichannel fulfilment models ✔ Experience supporting site expansion, relocation, or automation projects What We Offer ✨ Competitive salary (dependent on experience - please complete our application form and tell us what your expectations are) ✨ Bonus opportunities linked to performance ✨ A senior leadership role with real influence and autonomy ✨ The opportunity to shape scalable warehouse operations as we grow ✨ Clear progression opportunities into Director-level or Group roles - we've grown 350% in the last 12 months - next year we plan to grow even more ✨ A collaborative, ambitious team that values ownership, clarity, and delivery Additional Information • Some travel between UK and European sites may be required • Flexibility is needed during peak trading periods and periods of change • This is an on-site senior leadership role, with hybrid flexibility by arrangement How to Apply Please submit your CV and a short covering statement explaining why you are a strong fit for this role. You will be asked to answer a small number of application questions. Incomplete applications may not be progressed, so please take the time to tell us about your experience and motivation. ⚠ No phone applications, please. We aim to review applications promptly and will contact shortlisted candidates quickly. Best of luck with your application, The Airbox Fulfilment Team

Responsibilities

The Head of Warehouse Operations will design and deliver the warehouse operations strategy, taking end-to-end accountability for core functions like Goods-In, Fulfilment, and Dispatch across multiple sites. This role involves setting operational direction, building leadership teams, and ensuring high performance, efficiency, and safety standards are consistently met.