Overview
Warehouse Team Manager – Edinburgh
“You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.
A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It’s the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.”
Employment Type: Permanent
IKEA Edinbrugh are looking for a Warehouse Team Manager to join their Fulfilment Team, in IKEA we call this a Fulfilment Operations Team Leader.You’ll lead your fulfilment team to keep products moving and customers smiling. You’ll drive efficient workflows, maximise stock availability, and secure full operational readiness — all while coaching a diverse team and maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.WHAT WE OFFER • The Start Date of employment: 15th August 2026• Starting salary of £29,215 per annum, based on competence and experience. • 39 Hours working 5 days per week including evening shifts and every second weekend. Working hours can be between 7am & 9:15pm. We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE• Experience of leadership in a busy warehouse environment with the ability to prioritise and organise your own and others’ workload.• Results-driven approach with a clear customer focus and ability to meet agreed budgets and goals with the ability to make quick decisions and take personal initiatives, open to change and highly flexible. • Leading others, you will have good communication skills that can assist in building relationships with co-workers and customers. • Ability to implement structural ways of working within the area of responsibility, with problem-solving experience and proficient computer literacy.Please note this role requires manual handling of heavy stock. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY• Ensure efficient daily Fulfilment Operations for maximum stock availability and readiness.• Responsible for coaching, developing and inspiring a motivated team, maintaining a work environment which supports equality, diversity and inclusion and well-being.• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work environment, adhering to IKEA health, safety, and security regulations and Code of Conduct.• Work with the team to reach business goals, review workloads to ensure daily volume handling and meet seasonal demands, all while keeping costs low.WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION – Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible. • Please attach an updated CV and cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better. • Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to- face interview.We are unable to accept applications via email, so encourage you to apply We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. For any advice or support, email Recruiter gemma.hewitt@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!
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