Job Description

Reporting to the Warehouse manager, you will be responsible for managing a team of Operatives within the warehouse. You will ensure that daily workload is achieved whilst maintaining KPI targets.

As part of a supervisory shift team, you will direct and control allocated areas of warehouse activity, meeting defined objectives and day-to-day operational requirements.

You will work with other members of the operations team, supporting and communicating existing & new business development in line with operational functionality.

Objectives of the Role -

Lead and motivate a team of 4 warehouse operatives to meet daily operational goals. Manage goods-in, storage, order picking, packing, and outbound shipments efficiently. Prioritise and uphold Health & Safety standards, conducting daily checks, reporting hazards, and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Act as the on-site safety ambassador, supporting the delivery of toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safety audits in conjunction with the Health & Safety team. Train team members in safe manual handling, equipment operation, and emergency procedures. Maintain stock accuracy through cycle counts and system updates. Plan workloads and delegate tasks to ensure smooth operation and timely dispatch. Support incident investigations and promote a proactive safety culture. Ensure the warehouse is always clean, tidy, and well-organised. Operate forklifts or other equipment safely and ensure others do the same (where licensed). Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency. Responsible for the overall productivity within the facility. Maintain and improve performance levels to maximise the efficiency of the operation Advise, lead and motivate your team members Report all non-conformance issues to the Operations Manager. Review timeliness of scheduled deliveries. Make suggestions for productivity improvements Optimize employee workflow Determine and track most important warehouse KPIs Ensure that facility equipment is properly maintained. Managing, evaluating and reporting on warehouse productivity. Tracking and coordinating the receipt, storage, and timely delivery of goods and materials. Performing a daily inspection of the warehouse. Coordinating and maintaining fleets and equipment. Communicating and coordinating with other departments and customers.
Additional Tasks

Support operational change and continuous improvement Recognise training needs and provide solutions. Analyse shipment logs Track inventory levels Ensuring basic maintenance standards and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Skills and Experience

Proven experience in a warehouse or logistics team leader or supervisory role. Demonstrable commitment to Health & Safety, with knowledge of safe systems of work and compliance standards. Strong people management and leadership skills. Good understanding of warehouse processes and stock control. Experience using warehouse or ERP systems is advantageous. Clear and confident communication and decision-making ability. Forklift licence (Reach and/or Counterbalance) is desirable. Physically fit, with a hands-on approach and strong work ethic.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Work Location: In person