Team Leader - Logistics

NG Bailey Group Limited; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company based in Dewsbury is seeking team leaders to oversee operations at their new facility. The role includes enforcing safety compliance, managing team performance, and coordinating logistics activities. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of logistics processes. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays

Pension with employer contribution

Private healthcare

Personal development programme

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Good understanding of logistics systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Enforce safe working practices and ensure PPE is worn correctly.
• Allocate tasks and monitor performance of logistics operatives.
• Oversee inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Track KPIs such as delivery accuracy and turnaround time.
• Resolve operational issues quickly to minimize disruption.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Logistics software proficiency

Job description

Overview

We have a number of exciting new opportunities for team leaders within the logistics team in our new Offsite facility in Dewsbury. Our new facility will be available from early 2026, so the successful candidate may be required to initially work from our Bradford site until the Dewsbury premises are available.

Roles

• Goods In Lead
• Goods Out Lead
• Lift & Shift Lead

Responsibilities

1. Health & Safety Compliance: Enforce safe working practices and ensure PPE is worn correctly. Conduct safety checks and report hazards or incidents. Lead by example in maintaining a clean and safe work area.
2. Team Leadership & Supervision: Allocate tasks and monitor performance of logistics operatives. Conduct daily briefings to communicate targets, updates, and safety reminders. Provide coaching, support, and training to team members. Manage attendance, shift patterns, and resolve minor personnel issues.
3. Operational Coordination: Oversee inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse and procurement teams. Ensure proper documentation for all logistics activities (e.g., delivery notes). Liaise with transport providers and internal departments to resolve delays or issues.
4. Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs such as delivery accuracy, turnaround time, and cost efficiency. Identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements. Prepare daily or weekly reports for management.
5. Communication & Problem Solving: Act as the first point of contact for logistics-related queries. Resolve operational issues quickly to minimize disruption. Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Good understanding of logistics systems and processes
• Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
• Proficient in using logistics software and Microsoft Office tools

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays
• Pension with leading provider and employer contribution
• Private healthcare
• Discounts
• Personal development programme
• Flexible Benefits
• Free parking on site