Operations Team Lead

Smiths News plc; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

5% pension match

24/7 E-Learning modules

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to work

Job summary

Smiths News plc is seeking an Operations Team Leader to oversee the warehouse team, drive safety and efficiency, and lead training to maximise productivity. You will coordinate between staff and management, monitor performance, and ensure housekeeping standards are maintained in a fast-paced environment.

The role focuses on developing the team, achieving targets, and maintaining high levels of engagement. Candidates should have relevant warehouse management experience and the right to work in

Qualifications

• Experience managing a fast-paced warehouse or logistics team.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to train staff and monitor attendance and performance.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations and a dedicated team.
• Ensure safety, housekeeping, and efficiency.
• Drive productivity and target achievement.
• Lead training sessions and performance reviews.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Communication

Team training

Job description

£32825.52 per annum

Smiths News reputation as the UK’s largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler speaks for itself. Every day, we serve more than 22,000 customers from 34 distribution centres across the country. Behind every nightly miracle is a team of dedicated people carrying out more roles than you realise – we’re the unseen force that delivers. So when we say we’re excited for what the future holds for our customers and colleagues, you can trust we’re as good as our word.

About the role

As Operations Team Leader, you’ll be behind the success of our warehouse operations. Overseeing a dedicated team, you’ll make sure everything runs smoothly, safely and efficiently. You’ll be who we look to for keeping the team motivated, organised, and performing at their best through training sessions, monitoring attendance/performance and more. Whether you’re handling communication between team members and managers, maintaining high standards of housekeeping, or getting hands-on yourself, your leadership will make a direct impact on productivity and safety. You’re the kind of person who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing priorities and adapting to changing needs. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for achieving targets, improving performance, and developing your team, this is the role for you. Read the full job description by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page.

What we can offer you

Not only do we offer free onsite parking and competitive salary but you’ll also have access to:

• Company funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
• 5% match pension
• 24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan

About you

Although a track record in warehouse management would be desirable, people management experience gained in other sectors would be considered. You’ll ideally have:

• Experience of working in a fast paced environment, preferably from a 24/7 logistics, warehouse, FMCG or similar industry background
• Experience managing a large operation and the ability to liaise at all levels
• Outstanding communication skills and the credibility to effectively build relationships with all team members and management
• Experience of planning and effectively executing a warehouse operation. Dealing with all issues and challenges as they arise

Don’t just take us at our word – experience it for yourself. We’re a business built on support, opportunities, loyalty and care. Let’s make the most of today’s opportunities and look to the future, together.

Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.