Logistics Team Leader

ACS Staffing Solutions; Rushden; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics staffing company in Rushden is seeking a driven Logistics Team Leader to oversee daily warehouse operations. You'll lead a logistics team, manage stock accuracy, and ensure smooth operations while maintaining high standards. Applicants should have significant logistics experience, IT skills, and a forklift licence. This role offers a salary of £32,000 - £37,000 and benefits including a pension and annual bonus.

Benefits

Pension

Annual bonus

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life assurance

Sick pay

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the logistics team.
• Oversee receipt, storage, picking, and dispatch.
• Maintain accurate stock levels through counts and audits.
• Monitor KPIs and drive productivity.
• Liaise with internal teams and international colleagues.
• Manage CRM logistics data and documentation.
• Ensure H&S compliance and warehouse standards.
• Troubleshoot issues and escalate where needed.

Skills

Strong logistics/warehouse experience

Excellent IT skills - Microsoft Dynamics or similar

Forklift licence/experience

Full UK driving licence

Confident communicator and natural team motivator

Organised, calm under pressure and solution-focused

Happy switching between hands-on work and admin

Passion for improving processes and maintaining high standards

Job description

Logistics Team Leader

Location: Rushden

Salary: £32,000 - £37,000 DOE

Hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits: Pension, annual bonus, EAP, life assurance, sick pay (post-qual)

The Opportunity

An established, forward-thinking organisation is looking for a driven Logistics Team Leader to take charge of daily warehouse operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll keep products moving, people motivated, and processes sharp.

You'll oversee goods‑in/goods‑out, manage stock accuracy, support cross‑department operations and help steer ongoing improvements.

What They’re Looking For

• Strong logistics/warehouse experience
• Excellent IT skills - Microsoft Dynamics or similar
• Forklift licence/experience
• Full UK driving licence
• Confident communicator and natural team motivator
• Organised, calm under pressure and solution‑focused
• Happy switching between hands‑on work and admin
• Passion for improving processes and maintaining high standards

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the logistics team
• Oversee receipt, storage, picking and dispatch
• Maintain accurate stock levels through counts and audits
• Monitor KPIs and drive productivity
• Liaise with internal teams and international colleagues
• Manage CRM logistics data and documentation
• Ensure H&S compliance and warehouse standards
• Troubleshoot issues and escalat[e] where needed

Success Looks Like

• Smooth daily operations and consistent team performance
• Accurate CRM and stock data
• Positive feedback from customers, colleagues and suppliers
• Strong supplier relationships and cost‑efficient transport
• Clean, organised warehouse with efficient retrieval systems
• Reliable reporting and proactive improvement suggestions

A brilliant role for a motivated, organised leader ready to make a real impact in a fast‑paced logistics environment.