Tasks
- Decides on storage conditions for particular items, allocates warehouse space and arranges for regular stock inspections to detect deterioration or damage.
- Prepares reports on expenditure and advises on materials and parts standardisation, future stores and stock control policies.
- Advises purchasing department on type, quality and quantity of goods required and dates by which they must be available.
- Reviews, develops and implements stock control, handling and distribution policies to maximise use of space, money, labour and other resources.
- Liaises with production, maintenance, sales and other departments to determine the materials and other items required for current and future production schedules and sales commitments.
Typical Education Level
Level 3 NVQ; A Levels
Will retirement created job openings
In the UK, 18% in this profession are aged 55 or above.* They will likely retire in the next 10 years, creating a demand for new workers
*This is based on national data
£29,535 Average wage
Average annual earnings
The current average wage for manager or director in storage or warehousing is £29,535
3,365 positions
Current Employment
The number of jobs in the career for the current year is 3,365. Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full- and part-time jobs.
jobs
Job Postings
Over the past year, jobs have been posted for manager or director in storage or warehousing roles.
How well does it pay?
Normal pay for this occupation is £29,535 per year. That is about £2,461 per month or £15.15 per hour. New workers generally start on £18,145, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as £50,906
Is it growing or declining?
This career has remained the same over the last 2 years, and is expected to remain the same over the next 4 years. Currently, 3,365 people are employed in the region.
Importer or exporter
Average Annual wage:
£24804
Employment in region:
232 positions
Waste Disposal or Environmental Services Manager
Average Annual wage:
£38313.6
Employment in region:
503 positions
Publican or Manager of Licensed Premises
Average Annual wage:
£24443.2
Employment in region:
1908 positions