Warehouse Supervisor

Whistl; Catbrain; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading delivery management company in the UK is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee operations in Bristol. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in logistics, strong team management skills, and a focus on operational excellence. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and proficiency in relevant tools. This role includes managing resources, training staff, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Benefits

Annual leave enhanced with long service

Company Pension

Long service rewards

Health cash plan

Life assurance scheme

Critical Illness cover

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in logistics or distribution.
• Proven track record in team supervision and staff development.
• Able to manage conflicting deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of warehouse operatives to meet targets.
• Conduct daily briefings and manage resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and operational standards.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Logical problem-solving

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook

Team motivation and development

Tools

FLT Licence

First Aid training

Fire Warden training

Job description

Make an impact on operational efficiency and team development at the UK's leading delivery management company

We're looking for an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to join our team in Bristol and drive operational excellence.

Ideally, you'll bring at least 3 years of experience in a fast-paced logistics or distribution environment, along with a proven track record in team supervision and staff development.

Role Overview

In this role, you'll lead a team of warehouse operatives, coordinating all activities to ensure we consistently meet volume, quality, and efficiency targets. Your leadership will play a key part in helping Whistl continue to deliver high-quality, cost-effective service across all our product lines.

Supervisor Key Duties

• People & Resource Management

  Resource and Operations Management: Plan and allocate resources based on volume and throughput to meet SLAs, conduct daily team briefings and debriefings, and coordinate team activities, delegating and prioritising tasks to ensure smooth operations.

  Team Leadership and Development: Build strong internal relationships, promoting collaboration and information sharing, oversee staff performance, conduct and development in line with company policies, and deliver team training for induction, personal development, and performance improvement.

  Performance Monitoring and Compliance: Contribute to performance reporting, including KPIs, absence, conduct, and health & safety and act as a deputy to the Shift Manager during periods of absence.

  Customer Service and Professionalism: Promote a customer-focused culture and lead by example through professional, courteous conduct and keep internal and external customers informed on operational matters.

• Process Management

  Operational Management and Procedure Development: Manage the loading and unloading of deliveries (goods in/out) and maintain and develop standard operating procedures in coordination with depot management.

  Quality Assurance and Team Training: Conduct quality checks and ensure all team members are evaluated and trained against current procedures.

  Compliance and Safety Standards: Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company requirements, including health & safety, data protection, and mail integrity; accurately report incidents, accidents, or near misses in accordance with HSE policies.

  Workplace Environment: Support site housekeeping to maintain a secure, clean, and safe working environment.

Shift Information

Monday to Friday 15:30 - 12:00 – 40 hours per week, flexibility is required to support operational needs.

Benefits

• Annual leave enhanced with long service.
• Company Pension
• Long service rewards: both financial and leave-based.
• Health cash plan.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Critical Illness cover
• Access to our prestige benefits and rewards portal.
• Career development opportunities.
• Access to a well-established Employee Assistance Programme provider.
• And other excellent benefits you'd expect from a market leader.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to suit different audiences, and confident in giving feedback and influencing others to support people and process management.
• A logical problem-solver with the ability to assess issues, identify solutions, and communicate decisions with a proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Highly organised and able to manage conflicting deadlines while maintaining accuracy and performance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook for recording and sharing operational information.
• Skilled in motivating and developing a team to prioritise tasks and maintain workflow.
• FLT Licence, First Aid, Fire Warden, or relevant Health & Safety training may be required, depending on the role.
• Flexible and able to work across different shifts and locations on occasion.

Desirable

• 3 years of experience within a 3pl, FMCG, or Down Stream Access environment.

Join us as a Supervisor and elevate your career with an industry leader.