Job Description

Role: Team Coordinator - Inbound

Contract: FTC

Hours: M/F 0530 - 1400//1400 - 2230 (Alternate shifts) 1 in 4 Saturdays (0530 - 1400)

Location: Northampton

Why work for DACHSER?

We're a family-owned global logistics provider delivering over 83 million shipments a year, including everything from fashion, DIY, chemicals to medical equipment. Internationally, we are among the top 15 logistics providers in terms of sales revenue. We combine and integrate the world's most intelligent logistics network capabilities that keep the global economy running - today and tomorrow.

DACHSER is a diverse, innovative and energetic workplace where everyone's ideas are always welcomed and considered. We strive to keep the family sentiment running through the business which creates an exciting, ambitious and supportive work ethic. Whether you are looking at opportunities in operations, as part of our Regional Office or support teams, we offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits.

Pension Contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Discount Platform

Life Assurance

Benefit Cycle To Work Scheme

Purpose Of the Role:

Worked closely with team members to coordinate daily warehouse operations, ensuring production targets and delivery deadlines were met. Communicated effectively to prioritise tasks, manage stock flow, and adapt to shifting demands. Supported a team-focused environment by sharing knowledge, assisting during busy periods, and promoting efficient, accurate workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical management of employees - Provided day-to-day guidance and technical support to team members, ensuring tasks were carried out efficiently and in line with operational standards. Induction of employees - Delivered structured onboarding and training for new starters, covering health and safety, warehouse procedures, and equipment usage. Scheduling of the team - Created and maintained shift schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels across all warehouse functions, supporting productivity and compliance with working time regulations. Task coordination according to the manager's instructions - Delegated and organised tasks based on priorities set by the Warehouse Manager, ensuring timely completion and adherence to process. Responsible for the proper execution of the defined processes in the warehouse - Oversaw daily operations to ensure all warehouse activities followed standard operating procedures and quality requirements. Daily briefing with the Warehouse Shift Manager - Attended and contributed to shift briefings to align on targets, address issues, and communicate key updates to the wider team. Team meetings as required - Organised and participated in team meetings to discuss performance, process changes, and address any concerns or improvement opportunities. Enforcing order and cleanliness within a warehouse area - Maintained high standards of housekeeping and organisation, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment Identifying potential for optimisation and improvement and implementing the same - Continuously assessed warehouse processes to identify inefficiencies and worked with management to implement practical improvements. Monitoring the proper handling of the technical resources used by employees (e.g. forklifts, high-speed trucks) - Ensured employees operated equipment safely and responsibly, reporting faults and scheduling maintenance where necessary.
The Ideal candidate will have:

Able to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. Positive attitude and approachable manner with a team-focused mindset. Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to give clear instructions and conduct effective briefings and meetings. Ability to lead by example, motivate a team, and manage performance effectively. Proven experience in a warehouse or logistics environment, ideally in a supervisory or team leader role.
We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DACHSER has engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 months

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Transport links
Work Location: In person