Warehouse Operations Team Leader – Drive Performance & Safety

Smiths News; Oxford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Pension (5% match)

25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme

24/7 E-Learning modules

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Colleague Assistance Programme

Colleague referral scheme

Job summary

Smiths News is seeking an Operations Team Leader for our Oxford warehouse. You will lead a dedicated team to ensure safe, smooth, and efficient operations, driving performance and training staff to uphold high standards.

Key responsibilities include team motivation, attendance/performance monitoring, and hands-on leadership to balance priorities in a fast-paced environment. Right to work in the UK is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment such as 24/7 logistics or warehouse operations.
• Ability to liaise at all levels and manage a large operation.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience planning and executing warehouse operations and handling issues promptly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse operations and a dedicated team to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Motivate, organize, and develop the team through regular training sessions and performance monitoring.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and effective communication between teams and management.
• Drive productivity, address challenges as they arise, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

People management

Communication

Leadership

Team motivation

Training & coaching

Job description

Smiths News is seeking an Operations Team Leader for our Oxford warehouse. You will lead a dedicated team to ensure safe, smooth, and efficient operations, driving performance and training staff to uphold high standards.

Key responsibilities include team motivation, attendance/performance monitoring, and hands-on leadership to balance priorities in a fast-paced environment. Right to work in the UK is required for consideration.