Warehouse and Trade Counter Manager

Location Devon
Salary £35000 - £40000 per annum
Job type Permanent
Discipline Sales, Marketing & Operations, Other
Reference V-41469
Are you a hands-on, organised, and customer-focused individual with a background in warehouse, logistics, or trade counter operations? We’re working on behalf of a well-established engineering business in Paignton to find their next Warehouse / Trade Counter Manager – a vital position in a small but busy team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their day, takes pride in smooth operations, and is ready to step into a role with real ownership and impact.

🔧 What You’ll Be Doing:
  • Managing the day-to-day running of the warehouse and trade counter

  • Handling goods in/out, ensuring accurate deliveries and despatches

  • Monitoring and maintaining stock levels and inventory systems

  • Serving trade counter customers and advising on products (training provided)

  • Supervising and supporting warehouse staff, including training

  • Collaborating with internal teams to meet customer needs

  • Keeping the warehouse clean, safe, and organised

  • Ensuring health & safety and company policies are followed

👀 Who We’re Looking For:
  • Experience in warehouse, logistics, or trade counter roles

  • Excellent organisational and time management skills

  • Customer-focused with good communication abilities

  • IT-literate with basic systems or stock control experience

  • Forklift licence a bonus – or willing to train

  • Self-motivated, dependable, and proactive

  • Ex-forces, tradespeople, or practical/engineering backgrounds very welcome

✅ What’s on Offer:
  • Competitive salary (based on experience)

  • Regular overtime available

  • A supportive and friendly team culture

  • On-the-job and in-house training

  • A secure and growing business with long-standing industry reputation



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