Warehouse Night Shift Supervisor

Inpost; Aylesham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Aylesham is seeking a Warehouse Night Shift Supervisor to oversee operations and lead a high-performance team. The role requires proven leadership in logistics, operational expertise, and exceptional communication skills. Candidates should be tech-savvy and thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring operational excellence and safety. This opportunity offers a chance to impact the logistics revolution in the UK.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a supervisory role in logistics or parcel sortation.
• Strong background in warehouse flow management.
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize daily warehouse operations.
• Develop strategies for performance improvements.
• Lead and inspire a high-performance warehouse team.
• Monitor KPIs for continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Operational efficiency

Communication

Process optimization

Team motivation

Warehouse management systems

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 Night Shift Supervisor to join our Aylesham team! We're leading the logistics revolution, powering deliveries across the UK for some of the nation's biggest high‑street and online brands. Our depots are the backbone of our operation, ensuring seamless logistics and top‑notch service for our customers. Whether you're handling parcels, coordinating routes, or managing depot operations, you will play a key role in maintaining our high standards and efficiency. 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: Are you a dynamic and driven leader ready to make a significant impact in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment? At InPost, we are looking for an exceptional Night’s Warehouse Shift Supervisor to join our team and help drive operational excellence in our parcel sortation operations. As a key member of the team, you will play a vital role in overseeing daily warehouse operations, optimizing mechanical sortation processes, and leading a talented team towards achieving outstanding results. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward‑thinking organization that values innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. If you are ready to take on an exciting and challenging leadership role, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Leading Operational Excellence: Take charge of overseeing and optimizing the daily operations of the warehouse, ensuring seamless execution across all activities and departments.
• Driving High Performance: Develop and implement strategies that drive performance improvements, reduce operational costs, and maximize efficiency. Monitor KPIs closely to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and success.
• Mastering Warehouse Flow: Partner with the Operations Manager to ensure accurate sorting, processing, and dispatching of parcels, driving a smooth operational flow from start to finish.
• Empowering Your Team: Lead, train, and inspire a high-performance warehouse team. Provide mentorship and guidance, fostering a positive and motivated work environment.
• Collaborating Across Teams: Work closely with other departments to ensure effective communication and collaboration, ensuring smooth operations throughout the business.
• Ensuring Consistency: Enforce adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure operational consistency, efficiency, and quality at all times.
• Prioritizing Safety: Maintain a strong focus on health and safety, ensuring compliance with all regulations and creating a safe working environment for your team.
• Managing the Shift: Take full control of managing all aspects of the shift, ensuring optimal productivity and performance.
• Managing Driver Briefings: Oversee and control all aspects of driver pre- and de-briefings, ensuring clear communication and seamless operations.
• Maintaining a Top‑Tier Warehouse Environment: Ensure the warehouse remains clean, organized, and fully compliant with safety standards to create an efficient and professional environment.
• Upholding Company Standards: Consistently adhere and enforce company policies and procedures, ensuring the highest operational standards and integrity.
• Weekend Engagement: Actively participate in weekend conference calls to stay aligned with key operational developments and share insights on performance and strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Proven Leadership: Significant experience in a supervisory role, ideally within a parcel sortation or logistics warehouse, with a solid understanding of automated sortation systems.
• Operational Expertise: Strong background in warehouse flow management and a proven ability to optimise processes and drive operational efficiency.
• Inspirational Leadership: Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team towards achieving ambitious goals.
• Strong Communicator: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Tech‑Savvy: Proficient in warehouse management systems and relevant technology tools that enhance operational performance and efficiency.
• Thrives in High‑Paced Environments: Ability to excel in a fast‑moving, high‑pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail and upholding the highest standards.
• Commitment to Excellence: A passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and a dedication to maintaining operational excellence.

At InPost we hire awesome people who aren't afraid to bring ideas to the table, to make mistakes, and challenge the norm!