Senior Warehouse Team Leader

Van Leeuwen Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Leeuwen Limited seeks a qualified candidate for a leadership position focusing on employee development, operational planning, and safety compliance. The role involves managing warehouse functions, ensure timely deliveries, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have experience in leadership, QHSE compliance, and operational efficiency with knowledge of SAP preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership and employee development.
• Understanding of QHSE policies and compliance.
• Knowledge of Lean & 5S techniques.

Responsibilities

• Coach and develop team members to improve skills.
• Plan and organize warehouse operations effectively.
• Drive safety-first culture and conduct incident investigations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives on site.

Skills

Leadership & People Management

Operational Planning

QHSE Compliance

Continuous Improvement

Stakeholder Management

SAP Knowledge

Critical Thinking

Lean & 5S Techniques

Education

IOSH or working towards

O Level equivalent English

O Level equivalent Maths

Tools

SAP

Job description

Leadership & People Management

Coach, train, and develop employees, identifying skills gaps and supporting onboarding. Manage performance in line with HR procedures, including appraisals, targets, and disciplinary processes. Foster a positive workplace culture, driving employee engagement and continuous improvement.

Results/KPIs:

• Team skill development and retention.
• Achievement of individual and team performance targets.
• High levels of employee engagement and reduced turnover.

Operations & Senior Leadership Tasks

Plan and organise warehouse functions, including manning and saving activities. Supervise material movement and coordinate with third‑party providers and internal teams. Ensure timely and accurate communication on delivery dates, quality, and customer commitments. Ensure stock accuracy, working alongside the stock controller ensuring the PI count is completed in an accurate and timely manner. Utilise off cuts. Understand ERP/MRP systems, SAP or similar W/H Management Systems.

Results/KPIs:

• On‑time completion of warehouse activities.
• Delivery deadlines consistently met.
• Improved productivity and efficiency metrics.
• Driving development of SAP processes on the shopfloor to improve efficiencies.

QHSE & Compliance

Drive a safety‑first culture and ensure safe working practices. Conduct accident/incident investigations and follow up on root cause analysis. Ensure compliance with QHSE policies, procedures, and audits.

Results/KPIs:

• Reduction in accidents/incidents.
• Compliance with audit requirements.
• Positive safety culture reflected in feedback and reporting.

Continuous Improvement & Site Performance

Support continuous improvement initiatives, including material flow, FLT/crane strategy, and transport coordination. Identify and drive cost efficiencies and productivity improvements. Monitor and communicate KPIs while implementing improvement actions.

Results/KPIs:

• Delivery of cost savings and efficiency gains.
• Achievement of site KPIs (safety, productivity, quality, cost).
• Documented improvements in processes and performance.

Stakeholder & Contractor Management

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address operational issues. Manage external contractors via the permit‑to‑work process. Act as a change champion, promoting initiatives positively and effectively.

Results/KPIs:

• Strong cross‑departmental collaboration.
• Compliance with contractor management standards.
• Successful adoption of change initiatives.

Experience

• IOSH or working towards.
• O Level equivalent English.
• O Level equivalent Maths.
• Lean & 5S techniques and implementation.
• OEE / Time & motion study / production automation.
• Critical thinking and problem solving.
• Team development and training.
• SAP knowledge is ideal but not required.