Shift Supervisor – People-First Warehouse Leader

Avnet; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Cover

Eye Care Vouchers

Subsidized Canteen

Long Service Awards

Company Sick Pay

Staff Discount

Reward Hub

Employee Assistance Program

Give as You Earn

Training & Apprenticeship

Job summary

Farnell, an Avnet company, is seeking a Shift Supervisor for our Distribution Centre in Logic Industrial Park, Leeds. You will supervise packing, shipping, receiving and order fulfilment, while leading a team to deliver accurate stock handling and efficient distribution.

The role requires experience in a warehouse environment, strong people management and excellent communication to drive continuous improvement and customer-focused service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Distribution or Warehouse facility is essential.
• Ability to coach and develop team members.
• Strong relationships across functions and teams.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Analytical mindset with lean/CI emphasis.
• Commercially minded and service oriented.

Responsibilities

• Manage packing, shipping, receiving and order fulfilment.
• Oversee stock handling, storage and distribution.
• Ensure high quality, cost-efficient service for customers in electronics.
• On-board and support new employees; manage day-to-day employee relations within area.
• Lead shift operations and drive safety and productivity.

Skills

Team coaching

Cross-functional

Customer advocacy

Communication

Analytical thinking

Lean/CI

Change management

Commercial mindset

Job description

Farnell, an Avnet company, is seeking a Shift Supervisor for our Distribution Centre in Logic Industrial Park, Leeds. You will supervise packing, shipping, receiving and order fulfilment, while leading a team to deliver accurate stock handling and efficient distribution.

The role requires experience in a warehouse environment, strong people management and excellent communication to drive continuous improvement and customer-focused service.