Team Lead, Warehouse - PM Shift

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

Job summary

A global leader in transport and logistics is seeking a Team Lead for their warehouse in Northampton. This role involves managing daily operations, leading a team, and ensuring high standards of safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to fostering a positive work environment. Join DSV and be part of a company dedicated to growth and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Employee benefits including enhanced leave and wellbeing apps

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills in supervising and motivating teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good IT skills, especially spreadsheets and warehouse systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in running an efficient warehouse operation to fulfill operational demands.
• Train new Warehouse operatives within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure inventory accuracy in the area of responsibility.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs Level A-C

NVQ Level 2

Warehousing qualification

Job description

Job Req Number: 95785
Time Type: Full Time

Team Lead – Warehouse

It takes a special kind of drive to keep the world moving; and due to growth, DSV is looking to recruit. Please click on the link here to see more about DSV.

DSV is recruiting for a Team Lead at Brackmills.

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 workloads, supporting team members, monitoring issues, and ensuring production targets, KPIs, and quality standards are met to satisfy customer requirements.

• Develop the team by focusing on individual performance and support needs to achieve high standards, fostering a culture of safety.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Assist in running an efficient warehouse operation to fulfill operational and customer demands and meet targets.

• Train new Warehouse operatives within the area of responsibility.

• Ensure inventory accuracy in the area of responsibility.

• Ensure stock movements are recorded accurately.

• Support organizing and participate in stock takes at regular intervals.

• Ensure that computerized or automated systems are accurate and up to date.

• Identify system improvements and make recommendations for change.

• Resolve warehouse issues or problems where possible.

• Produce regular reports and statistics as required.

• Assist in planning future capacity requirements.

• Ensure health and safety standards are met.

• Ensure manual handling procedures are followed during lifting and maneuvering of products.

• Maintain vehicles, machinery, and equipment in good condition.

• Maintain high security standards in the warehouse.

• Keep the working environment clean and tidy to support operational efficiency.

• Act up for management to cover leave and absence when required.

People Management

• Manage time and attendance, support with personnel issues.

• Communicate priorities, targets, and requirements to staff.

• Report progress, achievements, and concerns to supervisors or managers.

• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and transport companies as needed.

• Comply with health, safety, and environmental policies.

• Engage with team members and contribute to team development.

• Demonstrate integrity, openness, and honesty.

• Participate in grievance and disciplinary procedures.

• Monitor performance and absence, conduct welfare meetings.

Experience

• Proven leadership skills in supervising and motivating teams.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Good IT skills, especially spreadsheets, databases, and warehouse systems.

• Analytical and numerate abilities.

• Understanding of customer deliverables and quality impact.

• Good planning skills to meet targets and deadlines.

• Attention to detail.

Skills and Competencies

• GCSEs Level A-C, NVQ Level 2; warehousing qualification advantageous.

• Certified in Dangerous Goods Handling; supervisory qualification beneficial.

• Experience as a Warehouse Team Leader.

• Knowledge of health, safety, and security requirements.

• Knowledge of lean techniques advantageous.

• Fork Lift Truck license may be required.

What we offer

• Competitive salary, growth opportunities, part of a global company with over 160,000 employees in 90+ countries.

• Participation in sustainability initiatives.

• Strong company values; learn more here.

• Employee benefits including enhanced leave, salary sacrifice schemes, wellbeing apps, life insurance, eyecare vouchers, etc.

DSV Careers

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About DSV

DSV is a global leader in transport and logistics, committed to growth, innovation, and building a diverse, inclusive environment. We aim to shape the future of logistics with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and respect.

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