On-Site Distribution Team Lead - Fast-Paced Ops & Growth

Oxoid Remel Microbiology (Acquired from Thermo Fisher Scientific); Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus (where elig

Annual merit-based pay increases

Medical benefits

Paid annual leave

Employee referral bonus

Career development and advancement

Job summary

Oxoid Remel Microbiology, part of Thermo Fisher lineage, is seeking a Distribution Team Lead to oversee warehouse pick and pack operations in Basingstoke. You will lead a fast-paced team and drive Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Continuous Improvement.

Join a long-standing microbiology leader offering a competitive salary, annual merit increases, and a bonus where eligible, plus medical benefits and leave. This on-site role requires strong leadership and ERP familiarity.

Qualifications

• Experience leading warehouse teams in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Proven ability to drive Safety, Quality, and Delivery outcomes.
• Strong coaching and employee development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of warehouse associates and shift leaders in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Inventory objectives are achieved through effective daily management.
• Coordinate workforce planning and resource allocation to meet operational demands and commitments.
• Conduct performance reviews and development discussions with team members.
• Lead daily operational meetings and communicate priorities and metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement using structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Ensure processes, SOPs, and training materials are current and compliant.
• Support onboarding and skill development for a flexible workforce.
• Collaborate with Customer Service and Logistics for seamless order execution.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Perform internal audits and identify efficiency and compliance improvements.
• Act as deputy for the Logistics Manager when required.
• Promote Thermo Fisher Scientific values with a safety-first mindset.

Skills

Training Documentation Development

Erp Systems Usage

Onboarding And Training Support

Quality Management

SAP

Microsoft Office

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Oxoid Remel Microbiology, part of Thermo Fisher lineage, is seeking a Distribution Team Lead to oversee warehouse pick and pack operations in Basingstoke. You will lead a fast-paced team and drive Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Continuous Improvement.

Join a long-standing microbiology leader offering a competitive salary, annual merit increases, and a bonus where eligible, plus medical benefits and leave. This on-site role requires strong leadership and ERP familiarity.