Reed Recruitment are currently working in partnership with a growing and forward-thinking warehouse and distribution business based in Newport, South Wales. Due to a sustained period of growth, our client is now seeking an experienced Assistant Warehouse Manager (Deputy Warehouse Manager) to support the launch and ongoing operation of a new site.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a senior warehouse leadership role in Newport, supporting a high-performing team within a fast-paced warehouse environment.
The Role – Assistant Warehouse Manager (Newport Jobs)
You will play a key role in ensuring smooth inbound and outbound processes, supervising the team, maintaining high operational standards, and driving continuous improvement across warehouse functions.
This role is ideal for a driven warehouse professional who is ready to take the next step in their career within warehouse management jobs in Newport.
Benefits & Salary
- £35,000 – £40,000 per annum
- Company pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer contribution)
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) + 4-day shutdown + birthday off
- Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 17:00pm | Friday: 8:30am – 16:00pm
- Quarterly profitability bonus (7.5% shared with employees)
- On-site parking
- Modern, refurbished working environment
- Supportive and collaborative culture
- Involvement in sustainability and environmental initiatives
Key Duties & Responsibilities – Assistant Warehouse Manager
- Support the Warehouse Manager in overseeing daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy
- Supervise, motivate, and support warehouse operatives to achieve daily targets and performance standards
- Assist with managing inbound goods, stock put-away, picking, packing, and despatch activities
- Ensure inventory accuracy by supporting stock control processes, cycle counts, and stock audits
- Monitor warehouse performance and assist in tracking KPIs including productivity, accuracy, and service levels
- Provide hands-on support across warehouse operations during busy periods
- Assist with staff planning, shift coordination, and labour allocation
- Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, company policies, and best practices
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and reduce errors
- Assist in optimising warehouse layout, stock flow, and operational efficiency
- Support the management and coordination of company delivery vehicles, including scheduling and compliance checks
Required Skills & Experience
- Experience in a warehouse supervisory, team leader, or assistant manager role
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to support, coach, and motivate teams
- Knowledge of warehouse systems (experience with Sage 200 or similar advantageous)
- Good Excel and data handling skills
- Understanding of warehouse operations, logistics processes, and compliance requirements
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritise tasks effectively
Why Apply for This Warehouse Job in Newport?
This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term career in warehouse management in Newport, working with a business that invests in its people, values operational excellence, and promotes from within.…this role offers the perfect next step. If you would like more information or to apply for this Assistant Warehouse Manager job in Newport, please get in touch today with Reed Recruitment.