Warehouse Goods In Team Leader

InPost Ltd.; Coventry; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Warehouse Goods In Team Leader in Coventry. The successful candidate will lead a dynamic team, ensuring efficient goods flow and high-quality operations. Ideal for those with experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment and excellent leadership skills. This role offers competitive salary and career growth opportunities within a rapidly evolving sector.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Proven experience thriving in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Hands-on, practical approach to problem-solving.
• Confident multitasker capable of meeting strict deadlines.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a dedicated warehouse team.
• Oversee the movement, storage and accuracy of goods.
• Collaborate closely with Warehouse Management.
• Serve as the go-to expert for Warehouse Operatives.
• Monitor goods in for timely receipt and quality checking.
• Identify and solve operational challenges quickly.
• Champion high-quality standards and compliance.
• Deliver effective training for team members.

Skills

Fast-paced warehouse experience

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Want to be part of a UK hub, in a global business that is scaling rapidly, evolving fast and radically changing the decades old delivery universe? If so, read on, as we’re looking for a Warehouse Goods In Team Leader to join our Coventry team!

The InPostNewstrade division specialises in final‑mile delivery for newspaper publishers and magazine distributors, covering 75% of the UK and Ireland with a 45% market share. Operating from 36 locations, it delivers almost 1bn newspapers, magazines and collectibles to around 21,000 customers. The division includes core final‑mile operations, magazine primary distribution, corporate distribution, outsourced retail consultancy and airside media placement.

As our network grows at lightning speed, so do the opportunities within it. This is your chance to be part of something big, where every day is fast‑paced, impactful and full of possibilities.

About the role:

Ready to Lead, Inspire and Make a Real Impact? Join Inpost Newstrade as a Warehouse Goods In Team Leader! You will manage a team on the warehouse floor, inspiring, motivating and empowering them to consistently deliver excellence. Your leadership will be key to exceeding productivity goals and ensuring smooth, high‑quality operations every night.

Why Inpost Newstrade?

This is more than just a job – it’s a career opportunity with real growth potential. We are committed to your development, offering the chance to sharpen your leadership skills and build a long‑lasting career in a dynamic logistics environment. Join us and take your professional journey to the next level.

📍 Location: InPost, Imperial Park, Siskin Parkway West, Coventry, CV3 4PB

📅 Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday

🕒 Hours: Monday 04:00am – 12:30pm / Tuesday – Friday 06:00am – 14:30pm

💰 Salary: £32,278.22 per annum

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and inspire a dedicated warehouse team, driving performance and fostering a positive, results‑oriented culture.
• Oversee the movement, storage and accuracy of goods, ensuring all stock is handled efficiently, safely and in line with company procedures.
• Collaborate closely with Warehouse Management to ensure operational and goods‑handling targets are met and exceeded.
• Serve as the go‑to expert for Warehouse Operatives, offering guidance and support to maintain a smooth, efficient workflow.
• Monitor goods in, ensuring timely receipt, quality checking and correct placement of incoming stock.
• Identify and solve operational challenges quickly, escalating when necessary to keep the team and goods flow on track.
• Champion high‑quality standards and ensure compliance with health, safety and product‑handling protocols.
• Deliver effective training that equips team members with the skills and confidence to handle goods efficiently and maintain accurate inventory records.

What we need from you:

• Proven experience thriving in a fast‑paced warehouse environment, with a strong understanding of goods flow and stock control.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage resources effectively under pressure.
• Hands‑on, practical approach to problem‑solving, ensuring smooth operations and quick resolution of issues.
• Confident multitasker, capable of meeting strict deadlines while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, able to engage, motivate and support both team members and key stakeholders.
• Eligibility to work in the UK, with valid Right to Work documentation required.

Perks of the job!

• 🪴 Build a secure future with a competitive Pension Scheme
• 🌟 Peace of mind with Life Insurance
• 🚴 Stay active with our Cycle2Work scheme
• 🤝 Get the support you need with our Employee Assistance Program

The InPost process:

We pride ourselves on our candidate experience. We want to make this as straightforward as possible, for you and for us! We will try our best to get back to you within a few days to let you know if we’d like to take you to the first stage.

Throughout our process, you will get the opportunity to meet a cross‑section of our friendly team members to get a sense of our culture, and a good understanding of the role, team and business. Our interviews are a combination of skills and experience + values‑based competency questions. Your talent partner will guide you through each stage.

At InPost, we love uniqueness. Our strength is our people.

We strive to create an open, equal, inclusive environment in which everyone has the opportunity to flourish and be themselves.