Welcome to The Play Company
At The Play Company, we don't just build play areas, we create the places where childhood happens.
From the UK to Europe and the US, we design and manufacture one-of-a-kind play environments that spark imagination, laughter, and adventure. As a family-run business, we believe the best experiences, for our customers and our team, come from care, craftsmanship, and people who genuinely enjoy what they do.
What you organise today... helps create tomorrow's adventures.
Why This Role Feels Different
This isn't just warehouse management, it's being at the centre of everything we do.
Every product that enters our warehouse and every project that leaves it plays a part in creating exciting play spaces enjoyed by thousands of children. You'll be responsible for keeping materials, products, people, and processes moving efficiently, ensuring our projects are delivered on time and to the high standards we're known for.
You'll have the opportunity to lead a team, improve processes, and make a genuine impact on the success of a growing business.
We trust our people, value their ideas, and believe work should feel supportive, rewarding, and even a little fun.
After all, we're crafting fun.
The Role: Warehouse Manager
We're growing, and we're looking for an organised, proactive, and hands-on Warehouse Manager to join our team.
You’ll take ownership of our warehouse operations, ensuring stock is controlled, deliveries are coordinated, and our facilities operate safely and efficiently.
This is a leadership role, but it's also a practical one. You'll lead from the front, working closely with the warehouse team, manufacturing, purchasing, and project departments to ensure materials and products are exactly where they need to be, when they need to be there.
You'll be trusted to manage the day-to-day operation while continually looking for ways to improve efficiency, organisation, and performance.
What You'll Be Doing
- Managing all Goods In and Goods Out activities across our warehouse facilities
- Taking ownership of stock entering and leaving the business, ensuring complete accuracy and accountability
- Leading, supporting, and developing the warehouse team
- Preparing and completing orders for delivery or collection, ensuring projects leave on schedule
- Coordinating with Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Project teams to meet production and installation deadlines
- Managing stock levels across multiple sites and ensuring inventory accuracy
- Conducting regular stock checks, audits, and inventory controls
- Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently
- Maintaining warehouse records, delivery logs, and dispatch documentation
- Investigating and reporting stock discrepancies and implementing corrective actions
- Ensuring warehouse space is organised, efficient, and optimised for operational requirements
- Maintaining mechanical handling equipment, warehouse vehicles, and storage systems
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste
- Working closely with HR to support recruitment, onboarding, and team development
- Ensuring all team members receive appropriate training and refresher courses
- Promoting a positive, high-performing team culture
- Supporting operational activities when required, including hands-on warehouse duties
What Makes You a Great Fit
We're looking for someone who combines strong leadership skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
You'll thrive here if you:
- Have experience managing warehouse or logistics operations
- Enjoy leading and developing people
- Have strong stock control and inventory management experience
- Are highly organised and able to prioritise competing demands
- Take ownership and pride in maintaining high standards
- Communicate confidently with colleagues, suppliers, and customers
- Are comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Have experience with warehouse systems, stock management, and audit processes
- Understand the importance of accuracy, quality, and customer service
- Take a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
- Have a forklift licence (or are willing to obtain one)
- Hold a C1 licence or have experience driving larger vehicles (desirable)
Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys being part of a team and helping others succeed.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Safety is a key part of this role.
You'll be responsible for:
- Ensuring compliance with all warehouse procedures and regulations
- Promoting a strong safety culture across all sites
- Maintaining safe working practices and equipment standards
- Supporting audits, inspections, and compliance activities
- Ensuring warehouse facilities remain clean, safe, and well organised
What You'll Get Back
We believe people do their best work when they feel trusted, supported, and valued.
- Competitive salary (depending on experience)
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Your birthday off to celebrate! (Because who wants to work on their birthday?)
- Pension scheme
- Annual flu jab & healthcare support
- Free parking & on-site facilities
- Company events that bring people together
- Opportunities for training and professional development
And most importantly:
A supportive, down-to-earth team
A workplace where your leadership makes a difference
The opportunity to help shape and improve a growing operation
The chance to build something you can genuinely be proud of
Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
