Shift Logistics Lead — Warehouse Ops & Team Leadership

Danish Crown; Milnrow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Danish Crown UK is looking for a Lead Logistics Operative to support day-to-day coordination and performance of logistics activities, ensuring accurate receipt, storage, picking and dispatch of goods. The role provides on-shift leadership and deputises for the Logistics Supervisor when required.

You will lead the team to maintain safety, quality and efficiency, resolve issues quickly, and align the team to operational priorities while driving continuous improvements across inbound, storage and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Warehouse environment.
• Experience managing FIFO/FEFO.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP and Arolink.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Good communication skills across all levels.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-shift environment.
• Experience in supervising multi-shift operations.
• Knowledge of supply chain and warehouse processes.
• Working knowledge inventory or warehouse management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of accuracy across inbound, storage, picking, and dispatch activities.
• Support and oversee goods receipt, checking, storage, and system updates in line with procedures.
• Monitor stock accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and support timely resolution.
• Ensure all handling, storage, and movement of goods meets safety, quality, and compliance standards.
• Act as a point of escalation for operational issues and ensure prompt resolution.
• Provide day-to-day direction and support to Logistics Operatives during the shift.
• Allocate tasks and coordinate workloads to ensure operational priorities are delivered.
• Promote safe working practices, hygiene standards, and adherence to procedures.
• Support onboarding, training, and coaching of team members to build capability.
• Act as the first point of contact for operational queries, escalating where required.
• Deputise for the Logistics Supervisor when required, ensuring effective team coordination and decision-making in their absence.
• Support efficient warehouse operations, ensuring flow across inbound, storage, and outbound activities.
• Monitor performance against plan (e.g. throughput, accuracy, service) and highlight risks.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment always.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and ways of working.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and wider teams to ensure alignment and smooth operations.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Leadership

Multi-shift

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Safety awareness

Inventory management

Team coordination

FIFO/FEFO knowledge

Tools

SAP

Arolink

Job description

Danish Crown UK is looking for a Lead Logistics Operative to support day-to-day coordination and performance of logistics activities, ensuring accurate receipt, storage, picking and dispatch of goods. The role provides on-shift leadership and deputises for the Logistics Supervisor when required.

You will lead the team to maintain safety, quality and efficiency, resolve issues quickly, and align the team to operational priorities while driving continuous improvements across inbound, storage and