Team Lead

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Thrapston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global logistics provider is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead in Thrapston. You will manage warehouse operations, ensure efficiency, and develop team performance. The ideal candidate has previous leadership experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of health and safety standards. This role offers the chance to lead a team in achieving daily operational targets and fostering a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Warehouse Team Leader supervising a team.
• Good working knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Forklift Truck licence may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in running an efficient warehouse operation.
• Train new Warehouse operatives within area of responsibility.
• Communicate with staff to make them aware of priorities.

Skills

Team Leader skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Good IT skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs Level A-C

NVQ Level 2

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Job Req Number: 99934
Time Type: Full Time

Team Lead – Warehouse

At DSV we're building the world’s leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity — and we’re looking for new talent to join us. Please see the links at the bottom of the page, to find out more about us.

DSV are recruiting for a Warehouse Team Lead at our Thrapson location working on our AM shift.

This role will be responsible for the operation of a section within the Warehouse function. Supporting the Management Team with the day-to-day operation of the warehouse, responsible for a group of operators and ensuring an efficient warehouse operation in achieving business targets.

Provide line management to the team, coordinating their workloads, providing support to ensure that the team delivers, monitoring any issues, and ensuring production targets, KPIs, and quality standards are met in order to meet the requirements of the customer.

Develop the team by focusing on individual performance and support requirements to achieve high standards, whilst fostering a culture of working safely.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Assist in running an efficient warehouse operation which is able to fulfil operational and customer demand and meet set targets
• Train new Warehouse operatives within area of responsibility
• Ensure inventories in area of responsibility are accurate
• Ensure stock movements are recorded accurately
• Support organising and participate in stock takes at regular intervals
• Ensure that any computerised or automated systems are accurate and up to date
• Identify any systems improvements and make recommendations for change
• Where possible resolve any issues or problems which occur in the warehouse.
• Produce regular reports and statistics as and when required
• Assist in planning future capacity requirements
• Ensure that health and safety meets the required standards
• Ensure that all lifting and manoeuvring of products and materials is carried out in accordance with manual handling procedures
• Ensure that vehicles, machinery and equipment is well maintained and fit for purpose
• Maintain high standards of security in the warehouse
• Ensure a clean and tidy working environment to aid operational efficiency
• The Team Leader will also be expected to act up for management to cover leave and absence.

People Management

• Manage time and attendance for operatives within area of responsibility and support supervisor with people management issues
• Communicate with staff on a regular basis to make them aware of priorities, targets and operational requirements
• Report progress updates, key achievements and any concerns to the Warehouse Supervisor and/or Manager
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and transport companies as and when required in a timely way
• Comply with the Health, Safety and Environmental Policies
• Engages interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working with others
• Proactively contributes to the team and actively committed to teams development
• Shows moral courage, openness and honesty in all dealings
• Take part in grievance and disciplinary hearings
• Monitor performance and absence and carry out return to works interviews and welfare meetings

Experience

• Team Leader skills with the ability to motivate, develop and supervise others
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good IT skills, in particular spreadsheets and databases and a knowledge of warehouse systems
• Analytical and numerical
• Good understanding of customer deliverables and the impact of failure / cost of poor quality
• Good planning skills and able to meet targets and deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail skills

Skills and Competencies

• GCSEs Level A-C, NVQ Level 2
• An appropriate warehousing qualification would be advantageous
• Certified in: Dangerous Goods Handling
• A supervisory qualification would also be beneficial
• Proven experience as a Warehouse Team Leader with experience of supervising and motivating a team
• A good working knowledge of health and safety and security requirements
• Knowledge and understanding of lean techniques may be advantageous
• Forklift Truck licence may be required

DSV Careers

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DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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