Nights Warehouse Supervisor

InPost UK; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking a Nights Warehouse Supervisor to oversee operational excellence in Aylesford. This role involves leading a dynamic team, optimizing warehouse processes, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience in logistics and strong leadership skills. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation and continuous improvement in parcel sortation operations.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a supervisory role within a parcel sortation warehouse.
• Strong background in warehouse flow management and process optimization.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize daily warehouse operations.
• Develop strategies to improve performance and reduce costs.
• Lead, train, and inspire a high-performance warehouse team.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company standards.

Skills

Leadership in warehouse management

Operational efficiency

Communication skills

Process optimization

Team motivation

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Want to be part of a UK hub, in a global business that is scaling rapidly, evolving fast and radically changing the decades-old delivery universe? If so, read on, as we’re looking for a Nights Warehouse Supervisor to join our Maidstoneteam!

We are delighted to announce that we have acquired Yodel, one of the UK’s largest delivery companies. The acquisition builds on the partnership established between InPost and Yodel in 2024, when Yodel began providing last-mile delivery through InPost’s “locker-to-door” service.

Today we become truly unique as the only delivery partner with a one-stop shop offer - we have the largest out of home delivery network that is now combined with to-door capabilities. Going forward, the acquisition of Yodel brings immediate scale to InPost's operations, expands our service offering, and provides greater convenience to retailers and customers.

About the role

Are you a dynamic and driven leader ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, high-energy environment? At InPost Yodel, we are looking for an exceptional Nights Warehouse Supervisor to join our team and help drive operational excellence in our parcel sortation operations. As a key member of the team, you will play a vital role in overseeing daily warehouse operations, optimizing mechanical sortation processes, and leading a talented team towards achieving outstanding results.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. If you are ready to take on an exciting and challenging leadership role, we want to hear from you.

📍 Location : Yodel, Unit 15d Larkfield Trading Estate, Aylesford ME20 6SW

📅 Shift Pattern : Monday - Friday & Tuesday - Saturday rotate

🕒 Hours : 12 : 30am - 09 : 30am

💰 Salary : £30,598 per annum Plus 20% night shift allowance

What you’ll be doing

• Leading Operational Excellence : Take charge of overseeing and optimizing the daily operations of the warehouse, ensuring seamless execution across all activities and departments.
• Driving High Performance : Develop and implement strategies that drive performance improvements, reduce operational costs, and maximize efficiency. Monitor KPIs closely to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and success.
• Mastering Warehouse Flow : Partner with the Operations Manager to ensure accurate sorting, processing, and dispatching of parcels, driving a smooth operational flow from start to finish.
• Empowering Your Team : Lead, train, and inspire a high-performance warehouse team. Provide mentorship and guidance, fostering a positive and motivated work environment.
• Collaborating Across Teams : Work closely with other departments to ensure effective communication and collaboration, ensuring smooth operations throughout the business.
• Ensuring Consistency : Enforce adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure operational consistency, efficiency, and quality at all times.
• Prioritizing Safety : Maintain a strong focus on health and safety, ensuring compliance with all regulations and creating a safe working environment for your team.
• Managing Driver Briefings : Oversee and control all aspects of driver pre- and de-briefings, ensuring clear communication and seamless operations.
• Maintaining a Top-Tier Warehouse Environment : Ensure the warehouse remains clean, organized, and fully compliant with safety standards to create an efficient and professional environment.
• Upholding Company Standards : Consistently adhere to and enforce company policies and procedures, ensuring the highest operational standards and integrity.
• Weekend Engagement : Actively participate in weekend conference calls to stay aligned with key operational developments and share insights on performance and strategic priorities.

What we need from you

• Proven Leadership : Significant experience in a supervisory role, ideally within a parcel sortation or logistics warehouse, with a solid understanding of automated sortation systems.
• Operational Expertise : Strong background in warehouse flow management and a proven ability to optimize processes and drive operational efficiency.
• Inspirational Leadership : Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team towards achieving ambitious goals.
• Strong Communicator : Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Tech-Savvy : Proficient in warehouse management systems and relevant technology tools that enhance operational performance and efficiency.
• Thrives in High-Paced Environments : Ability to excel in a fast-moving, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail and upholding the highest standards.
• Commitment to Excellence : A passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and a dedication to maintaining operational excellence.

The InPost process

We pride ourselves on our candidate experience. We want to make this as straightforward as possible, for you and for us! We will try our best to get back to you within a few days to let you know if we’d like to take you to the first stage.

At InPost, we love uniqueness. Our strength is our people.

We strive to create an open, equal, inclusive environment in which everyone has the opportunity to flourish and be themselves.