Logistics supervisor

We Are Workforce Ltd; Ireland Green; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking a proactive Logistics Team Leader for the night shift. The role involves overseeing key operations, supporting team development, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Company-wide bonus scheme

Training and development opportunities

Company pension

Life assurance (4x salary)

Discounted gym membership

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Valid Reach FLT license (essential).
• Proven experience leading teams in a warehouse/logistics environment.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the logistics team for operational performance.
• Drive implementation of best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and conduct training.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Job description

JOB Logistics Team Leader - Nights
Location: West Bromwich
Salary: £21.35 per hour

About the Role:

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Logistics Team Leader to oversee pick, pack, and dispatch operations for key product lines on a day shift basis. Based in West Bromwich, this is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive performance, support inventory accuracy, and ensure timely delivery to customers. You'll also play a key part in improving processes, supporting team development, and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and supervise the logistics team to ensure consistent, reliable support to production.

* Set high operational standards and take full accountability for team performance and area outcomes.

* Drive implementation of best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

* Ensure achievement of departmental and site-level KPIs.

* Manage attendance, conduct return-to-work interviews, and initiate disciplinary actions as needed.

* Represent the logistics function in meetings and contribute to operational development.

* Oversee pick, pack, and dispatch processes for accurate and timely order fulfillment.

* Distribute workload effectively according to operational requirements.

* Identify and address training needs within the team; maintain training records.

* Escalate issues appropriately and in a timely manner.

* Promote 5S workplace organization and lean tools.

* Support day-to-day logistics leadership in the absence of senior staff.

* Lead team stand-downs and briefings to ensure strong communication.

* Report to the Logistics Supervisor on performance and suggest improvements.

* Implement solutions to minimize customer complaints and enhance satisfaction.

* Foster a positive work environment focused on employee wellbeing.

* Ensure full compliance with health and safety procedures, including hazard spotting and risk assessment.

* Requirements:

* Valid Reach FLT license (essential)

* Knowledge of safe working practices and health & safety regulations

* Proven experience leading teams in a warehouse/logistics environment

* Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills

* Ability to manage a varied workload and work effectively under pressure

* Proactive, flexible, and solutions-oriented approach

* Experience with lean principles and continuous improvement methods

* Benefits:

* £21.35

* 25 days annual leave

* Festive Christmas shutdown

* Company-wide bonus scheme

* Service and recognition awards

* Training and development opportunities

* Company pension

* Life assurance (4x salary)

* Discounted gym membership

* Enhanced family-friendly policies

* Free annual flu vaccination

* Employee assistance programme

* Health cash plan

* Free cybersecurity training for home

* Cycle-to-work scheme

* Free onsite parking

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