Warehouse Supervisor

Pertemps; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics firm in Coventry is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily operations, drive performance, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role, excellent leadership skills, and a valid UK driving licence. This opportunity offers sociable working hours and excellent benefits including free onsite parking and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Pension scheme after probation

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence.
• Reach & Counterbalance FLT licences.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Warehouse Supervisor.
• Strong understanding of warehouse management and best practice.
• Excellent people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations for efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead and support the warehouse team with clear KPIs.
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance consistently.
• Monitor inventory control and stock accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Process Improvement

Time Management

Planning

Tools

SAP WMS

Excel

Word

Job description

Warehouse Supervisor needed!

Location: Coventry

Hours: Monday-Friday (7am-3pm or 8am-4pm)

Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, fast-growing organisation within the manufacturing and distribution sector. Due to continued expansion, they are looking for an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to join their operation and play a key role in driving performance, safety and efficiency across the site.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys developing teams, improving processes, and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy and timely fulfilment
• Lead and support the warehouse team, setting clear KPIs and conducting regular performance reviews
• Implement and maintain best practices across warehouse and logistics
• Maintain strong communication with internal teams, management, and suppliers
• Ensure all Health & Safety standards, audits, risk assessments and compliance measures are consistently adhered to
• Manage staffing levels, absences, HR matters and training requirements
• Monitor and improve inventory control and stock accuracy, working closely with logistics
• Conduct regular equipment checks and site maintenance scheduling
• Complete cycle counts, inbound/outbound checks, and oversee returns processes
• Produce operational reports on productivity, quality, and service levels
• Identify and drive process improvements, utilising systems such as SAP or similar WMS
• Act as first point of contact for site alarms and operational issues

Daily & Weekly Tasks

• Complete H&S checks and maintain full compliance
• Log HR‑related matters (sickness, absences, timekeeping)
• Conduct equipment and building maintenance checks
• Manage daily workload, ensuring customer requirements are met
• Oversee housekeeping across all warehouse areas
• Ensure cycle counts, stock checks, and corrections are completed
• Ensure returns are processed accurately and on time
• Check all outbound orders prior to dispatch
• Log departmental non‑conformances and implement corrective actions

Person Specification

• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to delegate while maintaining operational control
• Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, WMS)
• Highly organised with strong planning skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and lead by example

Experience - Essential

• Valid UK driving licence
• Reach & Counterbalance FLT licences
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Warehouse Supervisor
• Strong understanding of warehouse management and best practice
• Experience implementing process improvements
• Excellent people management skills
• Knowledge of SAP WMS (desired)
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage change effectively
• Strong coordination, problem solving and time management skills

Benefits

• Monday‑Friday sociable hours (7-3 or 8-4)
• Free onsite parking
• Pension scheme after probation
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays