Lead Warehouse Supervisor – Fast-Paced Food Distribution

Sysco Corp.; North Devon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous holiday

Health cash plan

Discount scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Christmas hamper

Staff shop discounts

Job summary

Fairfax Meadow in Derby is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations, drive safety, accuracy and performance, and mentor a team of colleagues. You will plan rotas, develop skills, and collaborate with the Warehouse Manager to raise service levels in a fast-paced food distribution setting.

This hands-on leadership role requires a proactive approach, strong IT skills, and a commitment to high standards to ensure orders are delivered safely, on time, and accurately.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in warehouse, logistics or distribution.
• Experience in food manufacturing, food distribution, chilled logistics or FMCG.
• Confident people leadership and clear communication.
• A proactive approach and the ability to perform under pressure.
• Good IT skills, attention to detail and a focus on standards.
• Flexibility to work the stated 5-out-of-7 rota, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop warehouse colleagues
• Drive KPI performance and high operational standards
• Promote a strong food safety and health and safety culture
• Plan resources, rotas and staffing to support the operation
• Build team capability through training and development
• Work with the Warehouse Manager to improve service, efficiency and performance

Skills

People leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Flexibility

Job description

Fairfax Meadow in Derby is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations, drive safety, accuracy and performance, and mentor a team of colleagues. You will plan rotas, develop skills, and collaborate with the Warehouse Manager to raise service levels in a fast-paced food distribution setting.

This hands-on leadership role requires a proactive approach, strong IT skills, and a commitment to high standards to ensure orders are delivered safely, on time, and accurately.