Warehouse Supervisor

Northampton Business Directory; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing independent supplier based in Sharnbrook seeks a Warehouse Supervisor to lead efficient warehouse operations. This role involves supervising a team, maintaining stock accuracy, and ensuring health and safety compliance in a newly expanded facility aiming for sustainability.

Benefits

Regular daytime hours, no weekends

Professional development opportunities

Participation in sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Forklift licence is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse operations and supervise a team.
• Maintain stock records and manage inventory counts.
• Enforce health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Health and safety understanding

Job description

Warehouse Supervisor

Location: Sharnbrook, Bedford
Hours:Monday - Friday 9am to 6pm
Salary: £14.42 PH

An excellent opportunity has now arisen for a Warehouse Supervisor to join our clients successful team.

Our client based in Sharnbrook, has grown into the UK’s premier independent supplier of plumbing, heating, and gas fittings, serving over 2,000 merchant customers with a catalogue of more than 4,500 lines—all supported by ISO 9001:2015 certification .

Currently expanding its Sharnbrook headquarters with a £1 million extension—adding 700 pallet spaces and state‑of‑the‑art facilities— They are committed to delivering service excellence and sustainable growth

Role Purpose

As the Warehouse Supervisor, you’ll be the operational linchpin ensuring efficient stock flow, health & safety compliance, and team leadership, all within a dynamic and expanding facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate daily warehouse operations, including goods in/out, put‑away, picking, and shipping.
• Supervise a team of warehouse operatives, ensuring consistent performance and engagement.
• Maintain accurate stock records and manage inventory counts.
• Enforce ISO‑compliant health, safety, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with purchasing, sales, and logistics teams to meet delivery targets.

Oversee warehouse equipment checks and maintenance.

• Contribute to continuous improvement—optimising workflows, layout, and processes.

Skills & Experience

• Proven supervisory experience in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team‑management abilities.
• Excellent organisational skills, with attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of health and safety in warehouse environments (ISO awareness a plus).
• Forklift licence is advantageous, but not essential.
• Proactive, solutions‑focused mindset, with a can‑do attitude.

Why Join Our Client?

• Enjoy regular daytime hours with full weekdays and no weekends.
• Thrive in a professionally run business with strong heritage and forward momentum.
• Play a key role in a major site expansion and sustainability initiative aiming for net‑zero by 2025 .
• Be part of a quality‑driven, ISO‑certified team, with opportunities for development and impact.

If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV.

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