Warehouse Shift Manager

We are looking for a Warehouse Shift Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of Paragon’s busy warehouse in Sheffield on the 11am–7:30pm shift. As the Warehouse Shift Manager, you will focus on leading teams, ensuring operational efficiency, and delivering against customer SLAs. You’ll also take full responsibility for site operations during the late shift, working closely with fulfilment and print production teams. Key Responsibilities * Lead and support warehouse teams to ensure smooth daily operations. * Oversee stock control, inventory accuracy, and order fulfilment (OTIF). * Monitor performance against SLAs and resolve any operational issues. * Ensure safe loading/unloading and overall warehouse compliance. * Manage shift handovers and take ownership of site operations in the evening. * Drive continuous improvement across processes, efficiency, and productivity. * Maintain high standards across health & safety, housekeeping, and quality. * Communicate performance, issues, and updates clearly across teams. * Manage, motivate, and develop a team (5–10 direct reports). * Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members * Monitor performance, attendance, and development through regular reviews. * Foster a positive, accountable, and high-performing team culture. Required Experience & Skills * Previous experience leading teams within a warehouse environment. * Strong understanding of warehouse operations and performance metrics (OTIF). * Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word). * Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. * Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. * Confident communicator, able to engage with teams at all levels. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys leading teams to deliver high standards and performance. Location: Sheffield (5 days on-site) Hours: Monday–Friday, 11am–7:30pm (40 hours per week) Please note that due to the high volume of responses we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status