Warehouse Manager
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If you are an experienced Warehouse Professional looking for an opportunity to lead and develop a manufacturing warehouse operations, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you in Cumbernauld, supporting our Gas Analysis operations.
As a Warehouse Manager, you will take ownership of the safe, efficient and effective operation of our warehouse, stores and finished goods pack-out activities, reporting to the Supply Chain Manager. You will lead and develop the warehouse team while maintaining high standards of safety, inventory accuracy, material control and customer service. With responsibility spanning goods receipt, material storage, kitting, packaging and consumable control, gas cylinder management and finished goods pack-out, you will have the opportunity to shape warehouse operations, develop people and deliver meaningful, sustainable process improvements.
If this sound appealing, we encourage you to apply.
Let's Go, together!
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Champion a safety-first culture across warehouse activities, promoting hazard identification, risk assessment and risk reduction, responsible material handling and safe working practices.
- Lead, coach and develop the warehouse team, setting clear expectations and supporting employees through training, cross-training and development opportunities.
- Oversee goods receipt, stores, inventory movements, kitting, material supply and finished goods pack-out, ensuring materials and products move safely, accurately and on time.
- Maintain effective controls for direct materials, packaging, consumables and gas cylinders, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded within relevant business systems.
- Establish and manage effective cycle-counting and inventory control processes, investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions that improve inventory accuracy.
- Support effective management of obsolete, excess and non-conforming materials.
- Partner with production and cross-functional teams to align priorities with operational requirements and customer commitments.
- Communicate material availability, operational risks and resource constraints clearly, escalating matters that could affect safety, production or customer delivery when appropriate.
- Develop and maintain warehouse procedures, work instructions and standard working practices, ensuring employees have the knowledge and training to use them effectively.
- Identify and lead continuous improvement opportunities that enhance safety, quality, service, material flow and operational efficiency
Who You Are:
You are a visible, hands-on leader who sets clear expectations, develops people and holds yourself and others accountable. You organize and prioritize work effectively, respond constructively to changing operational needs and build strong working relationships across the business.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Demonstrated capability in managing warehouse operations within a manufacturing environment, including goods receipt, inventory control, material handling and finished goods dispatch.
- Experience leading, developing and motivating warehouse teams and creating an environment of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Practical knowledge of inventory accuracy practices, including cycle counting, variance investigation and corrective action.
- Ability to develop, implement and continuously improve warehouse processes and working practices.
- Strong planning, organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to respond effectively to changing operational needs.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships across functions.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office applications together with ERP or inventory management systems.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to take ownership, solve problems and deliver results through people and process improvement.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
- Experience working within a regulated manufacturing environment.
- Practical knowledge of continuous improvement approaches and their application within warehouse or supply-chain operations.
- Experience managing packaging materials, consumables or gas cylinder inventories.
- Relevant forklift or material-handling training or qualifications.
Our Culture & Commitment to You: At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
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