We're looking for a proactive and hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to join a fast-paced distribution business. Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, you'll be responsible for leading a team of warehouse operatives, ensuring stock is received, stored, picked and dispatched accurately while maintaining high standards of safety, productivity and customer service.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse professional who enjoys leading from the front and driving operational excellence within a busy distribution environment.
Key Responsibilities - Supervise the day-to-day warehouse operation, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows.
- Lead, motivate and develop a team of warehouse operatives.
- Monitor picking, packing, goods-in and dispatch activities to ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time.
- Conduct team briefings and allocate labour effectively across warehouse functions.
- Maintain stock accuracy through cycle counts and inventory control procedures.
- Ensure compliance with health & safety policies and warehouse best practice.
- Investigate and resolve warehouse discrepancies, damages and operational issues.
- Monitor KPIs including productivity, accuracy, service levels and stock performance.
- Support recruitment, training and performance management of warehouse employees.
- Work closely with transport, customer service and retail teams to ensure operational excellence.
About You - Previous experience in a Warehouse Supervisor or Team Leader position.
- Experience working within a retail, e-commerce, wholesale or distribution environment.
- Strong people management and leadership skills.
- Good understanding of warehouse processes including goods-in, picking, packing and dispatch.
- Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS) and stock control systems.
- Confident communicator with strong organisational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-moving operational environment and prioritise effectively.
- Knowledge of health & safety regulations within a warehouse setting.
- FLT licence would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer? - Monday to Friday working pattern.
- Competitive salary.
- Company pension scheme.
- Staff discount on products.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Career progression opportunities within a growing retail business.
- Friendly and supportive team environment.
Apply Now If you're an experienced warehouse professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a growing retail business where you can make a real impact.
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