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This is a confidential search for a business supplying precision-engineered, safety-critical products to the construction and built-environment sector.\nIf you are a hands-on leader who thrives in a structured, fast-paced operational environment - and you take pride in running a warehouse that is safe, organised, and consistently performing - this role offers a significant opportunity to make your mark.\nThe Role\nAs Warehouse Manager, you will lead the day-to-day running of the warehouse, ensuring that all goods are received, stored, picked, packed, and dispatched efficiently and safely. 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